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ActiLearn’s A Big Bowl of Words – Level 2 is an English learning book designed to strengthen phonics skills and vocabulary for kids aged 6 and above. This book introduces children to a wide array of professions, the tools they use, and practical vocabulary through relatable, everyday examples. Building upon foundational phonics, Level 2 is perfect for kids familiar with the basics and ready to develop reading fluency and comprehension independently.

This phonics reading book is packed with 100+ words, including CVC words, blend words, rhyming words, and simple sentences. As children engage with the content, they will explore English phonics concepts such as vowel digraphs, diphthongs, and short and long vowel sounds. The book’s approach integrates phonics with real-world topics like community helpers and their roles, making it an immersive, hands-on learning experience.

The community helpers theme introduces children to jobs that play important roles in daily life, such as teachers, mechanics, chefs, and farmers. By learning what each profession does and the tools they use, children gain a better understanding of their community while improving their English literacy.

Level 2 also places a strong emphasis on “Magic Words” and polite phrases, guiding children to practice basic conversational skills in English, all while developing positive social habits. Through a mix of structured phonics exercises, sight words, and relatable stories, this book builds literacy skills and social awareness in an engaging way.

Topics Covered

Professions and Tools Theme:

• Professions Overview: Children learn about roles like gardeners, postal workers, and teachers, gaining insight into what they do and why they’re important.
• Tools and Actions: Each profession is paired with tools and actions (e.g., a doctor uses a stethoscope, a teacher uses books) to build vocabulary and recognition.
• Everyday Helpers: Kids learn about community helpers who contribute to their daily life, such as food servers and transportation workers, along with specific vocabulary words related to each.

Sight Words and Simple Conversations:

• Sight Words: Common sight words such as “this,” “that,” “these,” and “those” are presented to improve recognition and reading fluency.
• Magic Words: Emphasis on polite language and phrases like “please” and “thank you” to build social awareness and conversational skills.
• Basic Conversations: Simple English phrases help children form basic sentences, practicing their speaking skills and building confidence in using English.

Phonics and Grammar:

• CVC Words: Builds on early reading foundations with additional consonant-vowel-consonant words for easier decoding.
• Blend Words: Introduces blend sounds like “bl,” “st,” and “fl,” enhancing children’s ability to sound out more complex words.
• Rhyming Words: Encourages phonetic awareness through rhyming patterns, helping children recognize word families.
• Diphthongs and Vowel Digraphs: Teaches vowel digraphs and diphthongs (like “ai” and “ou”) to strengthen phonetic understanding and improve pronunciation.
• Short and Long Vowels: Differentiates between short and long vowel sounds, providing examples with simple, everyday words.

Sentence Reading and Simple English Paragraphs:

• Sentence Building: Through reading and speaking exercises, children build a practical vocabulary set that includes basic English words and phrases.
• Paragraph Practice: Profession-specific vocabulary and short paragraphs help with comprehension and sentence structure, allowing children to apply phonics skills to complete thoughts.

Socio-Emotional Growth:

• Through lessons on good habits and polite language, children learn important social values such as kindness, helpfulness, and responsibility.
• Role-playing community helpers encourage empathy and respect for others in a relatable way.

What’s in it for me?

Engaging Real-World Topics:

• Community Helpers: Helps children understand community roles, from healthcare providers to public service workers, and the importance of each.
• Professions and Tools: Introduces tools and vocabulary for each profession, reinforcing English words in a real-world context.

Enhanced Phonics and Literacy Development:

• Blend Words, CVC Words, and Sight Words: Builds foundational phonics skills with words that reinforce reading fluency and confidence.
• Advanced Phonics: Diphthongs and vowel digraphs are introduced to develop pronunciation and phonetic understanding.

Comprehensive Skill Building:

• Cognitive Skills: Enhances memory, concentration, comprehension, and socio-emotional skills through themed reading.
• Vocabulary and Conversation: Children learn essential words and phrases related to everyday life and professions, supporting language development and basic conversational skills.
• Early Literacy: With easy-to-read sentences and phonics practice, children gain fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension skills, preparing them for more advanced reading.

Hands-On, Holistic Learning Approach:

• Social and Emotional Development: Good habits and manners are emphasized through community themes, promoting empathy and respect.
• Focus and Concentration: Phonics exercises encourage children to stay attentive, fostering concentration and patience.

Perfect for Parents and Educators:

• A helpful tool for reinforcing early literacy skills at home or in the classroom, this book offers a structured, enjoyable way for kids to build reading confidence.

Ways to Use the Book

1. Advanced Phonics Practice:

• Use each page to focus on advanced phonics concepts, such as blend words, vowel digraphs, and diphthongs. Reviewing these daily helps reinforce more complex sounds and strengthens reading skills.

2. Interactive Vocabulary Building with Professions Theme:

• Encourage kids to expand their vocabulary by exploring words related to various professions, tools, and daily tasks. Practice saying and spelling each word, and connect it to an image to enhance retention.

3. Role-Playing for Real-World Application:

• Let children role-play as different professionals, such as postman, teachers, and farmers, using the vocabulary and phrases they learn from the book. This interactive approach helps them apply language skills to practical situations and deepens understanding.

4. Reading Simple Sentences and Comprehension:

• Engage children in reading practice with simple sentences and paragraphs related to professions. This helps them improve comprehension, sentence structure, and fluency.

5. Discussing Good Habits and Life Lessons from Helpers:

• Use examples from various professions to discuss valuable life lessons and good habits, such as hard work from farmers or intelligence from teachers. This enhances social understanding and reinforces positive values.

Why Choose ActiLearn’s Big Bowl of Words – Phonics Level 2 Book?

1. Focuses on Advanced Phonics Skills:

• Level 2 introduces kids to more advanced phonics concepts like blend words, vowel digraphs, and diphthongs. It’s perfect for children who are ready to go beyond basics and develop fluency.

2. Profession-Themed Vocabulary for Real-World Connections:

• With words related to professions, tools, and daily routines, this book helps kids learn vocabulary that is practical and meaningful, making learning relevant and engaging.

3. Encourages Practical Language Application:

• Role-playing and situational vocabulary exercises enable children to use English in everyday scenarios, building confidence in speaking and comprehension.

4. Supports Holistic Development:

• Beyond phonics, the book promotes fine motor skills, social understanding, memory, and confidence through reading, tracing, and engaging vocabulary exercises.

5. Ideal for Early Readers Moving to Advanced Levels:

• Designed for children who have a basic understanding of phonics, this book builds on foundational skills, encouraging early readers to advance with structured support and fun, interactive content.

ActiLearn’s Big Bowl of Words – Phonics Level 2 goes beyond phonics to foster vocabulary, reading comprehension, and practical language skills in young learners. With engaging activities and real-life themes, it’s an ideal resource for children ready to build confidence and fluency in reading.

Holistic Skill Development

English Literacy

Vocabulary

Phonics

Comprehensive

Memory

Socio-Emotional