Following an extensive literature review, PLD has upgraded our approach to high frequency words (HFW). In a recent blog, a range of tips were provided to remove the confusion that surrounds sight words. Since that point, we have developed our approach further. Our 2020 approach to HFW tackles three commonly encountered issues:
Teaching HFW in the order of frequency is important, however, the complexity and the composition of the words require a greater level of consideration for an early literacy learner.
Applying a set of HFW to a year level (e.g. The first 100 words in Foundation, the second 100 in Year 1 etc) does not take into account the developmental level that students are operating at, and which HFW match the class’s phonic and phonemic awareness knowledge.
The existing evidence-base consistently argues for HFW to be presented within an SSP program. Although this is repeatedly stated, it is unclear how the amalgamation of phonics and HFW should actually occur.
It is in direct response to issues such as these, that we at PLD embarked on the following process:
Rather than focusing upon individual HFW lists, we amalgamated the words that occurred within a range of HFW lists commonly used within Australia.
With the expanded HFW list, we organised the words not on the basis of frequency of occurrence, but in terms of their location within PLD’s SSP progression.
The remaining irregular HFW or complex words (with sophisticated or advanced phonic concepts) were clustered according to spelling patterns and frequency of occurrence.
All words were colour coded to illustrate the relationship between the sound and phonic structure.
Review semester 2 reading and spelling irregular high frequency word knowledge through the presentation of the screen outlined in the Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 Screening & Tracking Manual. This check is optional and could be presented in Week 10 of Term 2 & 4.
Books: PLD’s books may be used by the authorised purchaser within their classroom, however there are restrictions regarding modifying, copying or sharing. Full details can be found here.
School Licences: A School Licence allows access to a resource to be shared with an unlimited number of employees who are employed by the ‘Authorised purchaser’. These resources can be accessed by multiple users simultaneously and can be printed (subject to restrictions) or displayed by employees of the ‘Authorised purchaser’ within their classroom. Learn more here.
Downloadable resources & screening tools: These resources can be viewed, downloaded, printed and shared providing the resources are not modified in any way. Learn more here.
Breaches of Australian Copyright Law are taken seriously and may result in legal action being taken. Full copyright information can be found. Learn more here.
The Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 Screening & Tracking Manual outlines step-by-step instructions including what and when to screen, the materials required, time allocations and discontinue rules. We recommended that the screens are administered following a solid period of repeated targeted instruction as outlined in the Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 Teaching Sequence […]
The Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 Screening & Tracking Manual outlines step-by-step instructions including what and when to screen, the materials required, time allocations
An evidence-based structured synthetic phonics (SSP) program that integrates the teaching of high frequency words (HFW’s) within the phonic sequence.
Following an extensive literature review recently, PLD upgraded our approach to teaching high-frequency words (HFW) by amalgamating it with our phonic progression. Our unique approach
Following an extensive literature review, PLD has upgraded our approach to high frequency words (HFW). In a recent blog, a range of tips were provided to remove the confusion that surrounds sight words. Since that point, we have developed our approach further. Our 2020 approach to HFW tackles three commonly encountered issues: Teaching HFW in […]
Following an extensive literature review, PLD has upgraded our approach to high frequency words (HFW). In a recent blog, a range of tips were provided
The Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers for Stage 3 & Stage 4 program is designed to save time, simplify planning and to support educators in delivering impactful phonics lessons with ease. Aligned with the Phonic and Sight Word Sequence, the program includes resources that simplify lesson planning while delivering high-quality phonics instruction. The program is designed to support spelling and reading development through explicit instruction, practise and revision, ensuring that students achieve success in early literacy.
Program Includes:
A4 book: Spiral-bound, full colour and no preparation required.
Stage 3 & Stage 4 Colour-Coded Word Lists: Fully prepared, colour-coded spelling lists that highlight phonic patterns and sound structures for easy teaching and learning.
Student-Friendly Spelling Lists: Smaller, colour-coded versions of the word lists are provided for students, enabling independent learning and consolidation of concepts.
Flashcards for Phonics Concepts: Bright, engaging flashcards to introduce and reinforce phonics concepts effectively.
Rapid Automatic Reading Tasks: Focused activities designed to improve reading accuracy, speed and fluency.
Weekly Spelling Routines: Clear templates and activity guides to help structure spelling lessons and provide consistent practice.
Other Programs within the Range:
Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers – Stage 1 & 2
Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers – Stage 3 & 4
Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers – Stage 5 & 6
Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers Stage 1-4 Junior & Middle Primary Set
Full Set of Structured Synthetic Phonics Time Savers
Links to the Teaching Sequence Manuals:
This product can be used to support the implementation of the Year 1 and 2 Teaching Sequence Manual on pages 23 – 24.
This product can be used to support the implementation of the Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 Teaching Sequence Manual on pages 23 – 24.
Applying Phonic Knowledge to Extended Writing Tasks
Phonic Dictation: Stage 3 supports students to bridge the gap between correctly spelling test words and applying their skills to extended writing. By completing regular dictation tasks, students rehearse and reinforce their phonics and spelling knowledge in increasingly complex contexts, improving their ability to transfer skills to self-generated writing.
Dictation sessions are quick to prepare yet deliver significant benefits across key literacy areas, including:
Listening and auditory memory
Handwriting and language development
Spelling application
Program Includes:
A4, spiral-bound book.
Three levels of phonic passages: full-length passage format, ideal for Tier 1 students, and two shortened versions with reduced word counts for students requiring modifications.
Revision of Phonic Dictation: Stage 2 phonic concepts to reinforce foundational knowledge.
Phonemic spelling strategy and phonic concepts: /igh/ /-y/ /i-e/ /tch/ /dge/ /ge/ /ea/ as ('e').
Onset and rime spelling strategy and phonic concepts: /ace/ /ice/ /air/.
Syllabic spelling strategy and phonic concepts: /ph/ /-ble/ /qu/ /be/.
Additional passages covering concepts such as, prefixes, suffixes, high frequency words and homophones have been included in the APPENDIX section of the program.
Other Programs within the Range:
First Writing Activities (Foundation)
Phonic Diction: Stage 1
Phonic Diction: Stage 2
Phonic Diction: Stage 3
Phonic Diction: Stage 4
Phonic Diction: Stage 5
Phonic Diction: Stage 6
Phonic Diction: Junior & Middle Primary Set (Stage 1, 2, 3, 4)
Full Set of Phonic Diction Books (Discounted Bundle)
Phonic Diction: Stage 1 Catch-Up (For Older Students)
Phonic Diction: Stage 2 Catch-Up (For Older Students)
Bulk Order Discounts
5-9 copies: 10% off
10+ copies: 15% off
Links to the Teaching Sequence Manuals:
This product can be used to support the implementation of the Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 Teaching Sequence Manual
Ready to use resources for teaching phonic concepts, spelling and reading.
The Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers for Stage 5 & Stage 6 program is designed to save time, simplify planning and to support educators in delivering impactful phonics lessons with ease. Aligned with the Phonic and Sight Word Sequence, the program includes resources that simplify lesson planning while delivering high-quality phonics instruction. The program is designed to support spelling and reading development through explicit instruction, practise and revision, ensuring that students achieve success in early literacy.
Program Includes:
A4 book: Spiral-bound, full colour and no preparation required.
Stage 5 & Stage 6 Colour-Coded Word Lists: Fully prepared, colour-coded spelling lists that highlight phonic patterns and sound structures for easy teaching and learning.
Student-Friendly Spelling Lists: Smaller, colour-coded versions of the word lists are provided for students, enabling independent learning and consolidation of concepts.
Flashcards for Phonics Concepts: Bright, engaging flashcards to introduce and reinforce phonics concepts effectively.
Rapid Automatic Reading Tasks: Focused activities designed to improve reading accuracy, speed and fluency.
Weekly Spelling Routines: Clear templates and activity guides to help structure spelling lessons and provide consistent practice.
Other Programs within the Range:
Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers – Stage 1 & 2
Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers – Stage 3 & 4
Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers – Stage 5 & 6
Structured Synthetic Phonics Time-Savers Stage 1-4 Junior & Middle Primary Set
Full Set of Structured Synthetic Phonics Time Savers
Links to the Teaching Sequence Manuals:
This product can be used to support the implementation of the Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 Teaching Sequence Manual on pages 21 – 32.
Outlining the relationship between letters and sounds.
Introduction to the Program
This essential guide outlines the PLD approach to implementing reading and spelling instruction from Foundation to Year 6.
The Program Includes:
A structured whole-school scope and sequence, outline phonic concepts, morphology, reading and spelling words, regular and irregular high-frequency words.
Termly assessments to establish the range in ability and reviewing progress.
Stages 1-3 focus on teaching essential phonic concepts and common-bound morpheme suffixes.
Stages 4-6 focus on extending alternative spellings of phonic concepts and more sophisticated word attack spelling based on syllables, prefixes, suffixes and morphemes.
Difficulty acquiring Stage 1 concept assessments to investigate slow-to-progress students.
Posters and guidelines on the explicit teaching of reading and spelling words in phonemes or syllables and irregular high-frequency words.
Other Programs within the Range:
CVC Words Reading, Spelling and Writing Tasks
Early Stage 1 – Reading, Spelling and Writing Tasks – Target 2
CCVC and CVCC Reading, Spelling and Writing Tasks – Stage 1 – Target 3
Reading, Spelling and Writing Tasks: CVC to Target 4 – Bundle
Links to the Teaching Sequence Manuals
This product can be used to support the implementation of the:
Foundation Teaching Sequence Manual
Year 1 & 2 Teaching Sequence Manual
Year 3-6 Teaching Sequence Manual
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
Cookie
Duration
Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional
11 months
The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy
11 months
The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Register
Login
(0)
Year Level: Years 3 to 6
