SnapWords® encompass over 640 words that frequently appear in children's texts, making them an ideal starting point for early reading education. Unlike cueing systems that encourage guessing, SnapWords® provide instant recognition of words, reinforcing visual memory and aiding right-brain-dominant learners who think in pictures.
The images associated with SnapWords® not only link letters in the correct order but also convey the meaning of the word, facilitating a quick understanding. This visual memory, established at a glance, lays the foundation for breaking down words into phonics concepts.
The inclusion of body motion in SnapWords® aligns closely with the word and its meaning, proving crucial for kinesthetic learners who rely on body memory. Developed in response to the needs of visual and kinesthetic learners in the late 1990s, SnapWords® address the struggle these learners face in comprehending phonics concepts. The accompanying SnapWords® Mini-Lessons download offers comprehensive instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, orthographic mapping, instant word recognition, spelling, writing, comprehension, and fluency.
SnapWords® accommodate the three primary learning modalities—visual, kinesthetic, and auditory.
SnapWords® are available in four formats:
- Teacher - physical cards measuring 5.5" x 4.25"
- Pocket - physical cards measuring 4.25" x 2.75"
- Download - printable PDF files of both teacher and pocket size cards
- Slideshows - include both Google Slides and PowerPoint formats with audio
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