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Phonics Without Tears: Science of Reading Phonics Routine

Phonics Without Tears: Science of Reading Phonics Routine

Update: 2025-07-14
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Planning phonics lessons shouldn't leave you stressed and scrambling. In this episode, we're sharing a simple, science-backed routine that takes the guesswork out of teaching phonics—so your lessons practically plan themselves.

In this episode, we’ll talk about...

  • My Thanksgiving-themed phonics mistake you don’t want to repeat.
  • The 4-step routine that works with any skill.
  • How to help students build accuracy, automaticity, and application.
  • Fun, low-prep ways to reinforce phonics skills through games.

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Phonics Without Tears: Science of Reading Phonics Routine

Phonics Without Tears: Science of Reading Phonics Routine

Malia Hollowell