Why Johnny Can't Read?: And What You Can Do About ItThe classic book on phonics--the method of teaching recommended by the U.S. Department of Education. Contains complete materials and instructions on teaching children to read at home. |
Contents
What Is Phonics? | 22 |
Why Johnny Cant Spell | 33 |
A Cow and Consequences | 43 |
Phonics vs No Phonics | 60 |
Two Years Wasted | 69 |
Oh Oh Come Come Look Look | 79 |
How Not to Teach Reading | 89 |
Eyewitness Report | 100 |
A Letter to Johnnys Teacher | 120 |
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