Phonics builds the foundation for reading English by connecting sounds to written symbols. By mastering phonics, Juan could easily decode new words in his book.
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Pronunciation Aid
Phonics can help predict pronunciation of unfamiliar words, leading to better spoken English. Learning phonics helped Mei pronounce 'thistle' correctly on her first try.
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Spelling Clues
Understanding phonics gives clues to the spelling of words when you only know the spoken form. Thanks to phonics, Carlos spelled 'knight' right, even though it was silent-k.