When we decided to develop and publish phonetic readers and activity books emphasizing geography and containing only positive themes, little did we realize the many interesting and fun facts we d discover about the 50 United States and its inhabitants. Also, little did we anticipate the enthusiastic response these gentle books would receive throughout the world. When choosing a location or the name of a character, I looked for interesting places and people in history, literature, art and music. Writing the stories was fun and full of surprises. Check out Phonic Pathways by Dolores G. Hiskes.
Single letters blend into syllables, then slowly build into words, phrases, and sentences.
Filled with wise, humorous proverbs to learn from and be warmed by. Reinforces values such as patience, self-reliance, kindness, etc. Visit the Montessori Foundation web site. The Foundation reflects a heritage of international education, the implementation of cutting edge educational technology, the development of a strong sense of community and family friendliness within our schools, and a return to Dr. Montessori's focus on building a better world by helping children discover their capacity to live in peace, learn without boundaries throughout their lifetimes, find meaningful work, and discover the joy of friendships and community. Another wonderful educational option is offered on the Waldorf Schools web site.