Brain & Fingers: The Perfect Learning Duo

Integrating multisensory activities into learning can significantly enhance a child's ability to understand and retain new information. One effective multisensory tool is fingerspelling, which can improve spelling skills by engaging multiple senses. This blog post offers a step-by-step guide on using fingerspelling for phonogram review and spelling practice, ensuring a thorough learning experience for your child.

Phonogram Review

1. Pick the Phonogram Card: Select the phonogram card with the letter combination you want to review with your child.

2. Visual Placement: Place the card where your child can see it.

3. Auditory Engagement: Say the sound and have your child repeat it.

4. Tactile and Kinesthetic Learning: Fingerspell the letter combination three times.

Reading Practice

Have your child read a short list of words containing the phonogram. If they can already read words with two or more syllables, include both one- and two-syllable words with that phonogram.

Spelling Practice

Fingerspell a few common words on a textured surface or table. Follow the example provided in the IG video for spelling practice, using one-syllable words.

1. Create a Word List: Make a list of words with the same phonogram.

2. Say the Word: Pronounce a word from the list.

3. Repetition: Have your child repeat the word.

4. Tactile Engagement: Have them tap and say the sounds as they fingerspell.

5. Repetition: Have them repeat the word after spelling it.

6. Follow the Video Example: Use the steps for fingerspelling as demonstrated in the video.

By integrating fingerspelling into your child's learning routine, you create a multisensory experience that enhances their spelling skills. The outlined steps for phonogram review and spelling practice provide a structured yet flexible approach to learning. This method not only makes learning more engaging but also helps reinforce the connection between sounds, letters, and words, ultimately leading to better spelling retention.