The Gentle First Words Plan
A calm 10-minute-a-day phonics routine to help children aged 3½–4½ read their first words with confidence
If your child can recognise sounds like s, a, t but struggles to read “sat”, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common concerns I hear from parents — and it’s often misunderstood. The good news? It’s usually not a problem. It’s a stage. What is blending (in simple terms)? Blending is when
Many parents wonder when children should start learning phonics. Some children seem to begin recognising sounds very early, while others show little interest in letters until they start school. This can leave parents unsure whether they should be doing more at home, or whether it is better to wait. The reality is that early phonics