The latest online Thinking School Network Drive Team Meeting looked at how to use Metacognitive Visual Tools to develop Phonics & Spelling. This shortened video shows some of what was discussed. The full video gives ideas on:
- Using trays to ‘define’ and collect objects that start with the sound ….
- Categorising tricky words in a game of “Trash or Treasure”
- Connecting letter sounds
- Part-Whole word building kit
… and more!
A big thank you to Laura Hinde – reception teacher at Bickley Primary School, Bexley and Katie McConvey from Ashgrove Primary School, Newtonabbey for sharing their wonderful practice.
The full video of the meeting covers many more examples of visual tools to support spelling and phonics across the primary age groups. To access the full video and for many more examples of metacognitive tools to use in the classroom that help develop independent, self-regulated learners - consider becoming a member of the Thinking Schools Network
