Unlock the Power of Visual and Kinesthetic Learning!
SnapWords® are an innovative teaching tool designed to accelerate sight word recognition and reading fluency in young learners. This collection of high-frequency words is crafted to engage visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners through a multi-sensory approach, ensuring that children of all learning styles can achieve reading success.
Visual Mnemonics for Enhanced Memory
Each SnapWord® in List A is paired with a unique, vivid image that visually represents the word. This method leverages the power of visual mnemonics, a proven technique in educational research. According to Ehri (2005), visual imagery can significantly aid in word recognition by helping children form strong mental associations between the word and its meaning.
Movement for Kinesthetic Learners
SnapWords List A incorporates movement that correspond to each word, engaging the body in the learning process. Research by DeLamater et al. (2019) shows that integrating physical movement with learning not only improves engagement but also enhances memory retention, making it ideal for kinesthetic learners.
Contextual Learning for Deeper Understanding
The words in SnapWords List A are presented in meaningful contexts, helping children understand their usage in real-life scenarios. Beck, McKeown, and Kucan (2002) emphasize the importance of contextual learning in vocabulary development, as it leads to a deeper understanding and better long-term retention of words.
Product Benefits
- Accelerates sight word recognition and reading fluency.
- Ideal for visual, kinesthetic, and auditory learners.
- Supports children with learning differences, including dyslexia.
- Engages children with interactive and multisensory learning experiences.
What’s Included
· List A includes 59 smaller, high-frequency words covering concepts such as:
Final Y /Ī/, Final Silent E, /OW/ Sound, /UH/ Sound, Digraph TH, ERE /EAR/ Pattern, /OO/ Sound, Final Double LL, A vs. AN Before Words, CK Endings, Final S /Z/, & More
· Download of corresponding SnapWords® Mini-Lessons and Sight Words in Sentences.