Episode 2- Alphabetics (ABCs): Where Reading Really Begins

About this episode

This episode introduces Alphabetics and explains the importance of phonemic awareness and phonics in early reading development.

Before children can read words, they must understand sounds and letters—and how they connect. In this episode, we introduce Alphabetics (ABCs) , our family-friendly way of explaining phonemic awareness and phonics . You’ll learn why hearing sounds (phonemes) and matching them to letters is non-negotiable, how these skills develop, and how adults can support them through simple, proven practices. Evelyn English demonstrates activities you can use immediately—no fancy tools required.

People in this episode

Host: Evelyn English

Topics covered

• Alphabetics
• phonemic awareness
• phonics
• reading skills
• family-friendly education

Keywords

• ABCs
• reading
• phonemes
• letters
• education
• children
• activities

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