LITTLE BUD KIDS Spin-and-Read Montessori Phonetic Reading Blocks with CVC Phonics Flashcards for Beginner Readers, Montessori Reading Wooden Toys for 3 Years +

Nice set. I tutor in a program that emphasizes phonics and we think this will be very helpful as well as fun for our students. Sturdy and well made, and very versatile. Our program resumes next week and I'm looking forward to using these materials.

What do you know? It seems current literature on reading education in young children is going back to recommending a phonetic approach to teaching reading and spelling. I learned to read this way, and I never had any spelling issues. I learned to speak foreign languages and pronounce scientific terms correctly using phonics. My younger brother (just 3 years behind me) learned to read with a new approach in the late 1960's, he can't spell to this day. So my little grandson has been using this Montessori manipulative to learn how to read an spell words by sounding them out phonetically. He now asks if he can read with his parents some beginner reading books (Biscuit Finds a Friend, he likes this one in particular). For a child who will be three in August, he is showing advanced reading readiness and he is going to be reading above grade level when he enters preschool next fall. I cannot recommend this product enough. This is a true Montessori Method concrete manipulative teaching tool. Our son attended a Montessori School from age 3.5-9.5. Concrete manipulatives help students to take abstract concepts (such as letter sounds or arrangements) and have concrete experiences using physical manipulatives relating to the subject area/skill they are trying to master. This method of teaching/learning is rooted in developmental psychology and cognitive neuroscience and it works well from our experience. This is a must for homeschooling parents or leaders of a home learning pod of preschool and kindergarten pupils. Great value for the money.

Glad I picked this slightly more expensive kit. The words and cards are high quality and the rounded edges on the blocks was great. I had a small issue when they first arrived and reached out to the company—they solved my problem quickly and were both responsive and polite! My 4.5 year old is so proud of herself for turning the blocks and reading CVC words!

Great product for small groups activities. Students love it. Readability and easy to use. Great value for your money.

I am a elementary ESE Teacher and this manipulative is a very useful and entertaining way to teach CVC words to first graders.

3 year old showing interest in learning how to spell because of this toy. Good letter and word association. Clear wording. Excited to continue to use during her letter learning journey!

The quality is surprisingly high for the price. Makes reading fun and kinesthetic for my little reader who has trouble paying attention. Extremely portable and easy to use.

LOVE THIS PRODUCT!!! My 3 year old has taken an interest in learning to read and this is a great way for him to learn and have fun while doing so. He enjoys trying to sound out the letters and then matching it to the wooden toy. I would highly recommend this!