Why is understanding phonics important?

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Phonics form the building blocks for reading and writing. With effective phonics instruction, children will learn to decode letters into sounds. Decoding is an essential skill for learning to read unfamiliar words independently. Understanding the relationship between letters and sounds allows students to make connections between spoken language and words in text.

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Why is understanding phonics important?

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Phonics form the building blocks for reading and writing. With effective phonics instruction, children will learn to decode letters into sounds. Decoding is an essential skill for learning to read unfamiliar words independently. Understanding the relationship between letters and sounds allows students to make connections between spoken language and words in text.

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