Young children¿s knowledge of letter names and sounds is the best predictor of their reading and spelling progress in school¿but studies show that many children still struggle with alphabet knowledge at the end of first grade. Now there¿s a fun and affordable way to answer the call for effective alphabet instruction, without changing your whole curriculum or investing in expensive teaching materials and training. Developed by renowned reading expert Marilyn Jager Adams, this playful, highly engaging curriculum supplement is a must for teachers of preschool through kindergarten, as well as primary grade teachers of students who still need help with alphabetic basics. You¿ll get 56 activity-based lessons that help children recognize and write each letter in both upper- and lowercase forms and know the primary sound each letter represents. Why Use ABC Foundations in Young Children? ¿ Aligned with Common Core Standards ¿ Complements any curriculum in early literacy ¿ Built around fun, fast, hands-on, minds-on activities that keep children engaged ¿ Gives you adaptations for children who are ahead or behind pace ¿ Provides full lesson support for teachers¿no extra training required ¿ Ideal companion to Phonemic Awareness in Young Children