Every child needs to learn to read, write and spell. With Letterland it is simply an enjoyable journey of discovery. This new edition of the Letterland Teacher’s Guide encompasses the fun of learning with Letterland friends, whilst ensuring that the core criteria of an effective, systematic, phonics programme are fully met.

For many years Letterland has led children to skillful reading, accurate spelling and a love of literacy. Now this sequel Step-by-Step Letterland Guide provides fresh support for your children's second school year in their journey to full literacy.

With a double-page spread for every letter of the alphabet, this handbook gives guidance on introducing each lower case letter, how to write it correctly, how to pronounce each letter sound and how to explain the corresponding capital letter shape. It also shows how to introduce the new Letterland characters in a simple and fun way.

A pack of large, full-colour picture code cards featuring all the lower case Letterland characters. With pictograms on one side and plain letters on the reverse, these cards help children make the transition to plain letter identification. Contained in the pack are 46 double-sided flashcards of all the lower case letters, the five long vowels or Vowel Men, extra short vowels, and extra double consonants, known as the best friends. Essential for introducing the Letterland characters, these cards are also an invaluable tool for word building, in particular, for 'live spelling' or 3D word-building. Numerous suggestions for use are provided with the cards.

A comprehensive set of 173 educational flashcards featuring all the major spelling patterns of the English language with Letterland story aids. The double-sided flashcards feature Letterland characters and their spelling stories on one side, and plain letters on the reverse. Versatile and visually appealing, the pack includes instructions for wording building, spelling and lots of phonics games ideas.