phonics

Phonics is a method of teaching reading and writing that focuses on the relationship between letters and sounds. By learning to recognize the sounds that different letters and combinations of letters make, students can decode words, which improves their reading skills. Phonics emphasizes the importance of sound recognition—helping children blend sounds together to read words and break them down to spell. This approach is foundational in literacy education, as it equips learners with the tools they need to read independently and with confidence.