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What is a Structured Synthetic Phonics Approach? A structured synthetic phonics (SSP) approach emphasises the relationship between sounds and their written symbols as being integral to developing reading and writing skills (Jonston & Watson, 2004; Ehri et al., 2001). Three national inquiries (NELP, 2008; Rose 2006; Rowe 2005) consistently support SSP, with a strong code […]

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What Junior Primary Font Does PLD Recommend?  At PLD we advocate for the use of a foundation font when learning to read, spell and write. Based on our experience across the disciplines of speech pathology, occupational therapy and education, and our research into this area, we believe that the use of a foundation font gives […]