29. Hands-On Phonemic Awareness Activities with Kristina Harrill

In this episode, Kristina Harrill, founder of Sweet for Kindergarten, joins me to share her passion for phonemic awareness and hands-on learning. We discuss the importance of bridging phonemic awareness and phonics instruction, debunk the myth that phonemic awareness has to be done in the dark, and dive into engaging, multisensory activities teachers can implement right away. Whether you’re an educator or a parent, this episode is packed with practical tips and tools to make phonemic awareness fun and impactful.Key Takeaways:Myth Busting about Phonemic AwarenessConnecting Phonemic Awareness to Phonics3 Hands-On Activities for BlendingResources Mentioned:FREE 3-Day Video Series on the Power of Phonemic Awareness: www.sweetforkindergarten.com/power (Use code PODCAST for $5 off!)Griffith and Olson Article (1992) - “Phonemic awareness helps beginning readers break the code”Connect with Kristina HarrillWebsite: https://sweetforkindergarten.com/Instagram: @KristinaHarrill and @SweetforKindergartenTPT Store: Sweet for Kindergarten - Kristina Harrill Facebook: Kindergarten Tips & TricksEmail: [email protected] with Michelle:Follow me on Instagram: @michelle_thecolorfulclassroom & @logosliteracyacademyJoin our Facebook CommunitySign up for my NewsletterShop on TPT: The Colorful ClassroomVisit: www.michelleandthecolorfulclassroom.comJoin The COLORFUL Literacy Toolkit MembershipWant to Support the Podcast?Make a Donation to Support ProductionInterested in Learning More about Morphology?Logos Literacy AcademyCourse 1: Mastering Morphology: Foundations for Every EducatorCourse 2 & Curriculum: K-2 MorphologyMonthly Coaching Calls: Logos Live