READING BY THE RULES

Multi-Sensory Phonics Program

Reading by the Rules
 is a multi-sensory, structured word study program.
 uses multi-sensory techniques (visual, auditory,
tactile, movement, story).
 was developed for students with language delays.
 uses a consistent scope and sequence.
 uses explicit instruction within a rule-based structure.
 can be incorporated into any reading program.
 uses storytelling based on kids behaviors.
Storytelling, Visuals, Actions
Teach to Mastery: Lesson Plan Format

 Sound Review
 Word Practice

 Sentence Practice

 Text

 Handwriting

 Writing Journal Connection

 Reread
Concept Vocabulary

Uses simplified vocabulary to access concepts

Uses this: Not this:
 First  Open syllable
 Second  Re-sequence
 Next  R-Controlled
 Before  Syllable types
 After  Digraphs
 Then  Dipthongs
Counting
 Use manipulatives (dry erase boards, magnets, cards,
tiles) to allow students to 'act out' the
stories/visualizations, facilitating comprehension and
easy retrieval.
 b-a-t 3 letters, 3 sounds
 Sh-i-p 4 letters, 3 sounds (sh makes 1 sound)
 b-a-k-e 4 letters, 3 sounds (sneaky e - no sounds)

Provide explicit instruction in the use of

terminology: letter, sound, word.
Visualization and Pattern Recognition

 Long Walk me, try, no

 Short Walk flips, shrimp, bath
 Sneaky-e bee, bite, shake
 Chained boat, brain, boil, caught
 Bossy-r tarp, born, bird, burn
 Le simple, crumble

Find your vowels, what can they do?

Cognate Pairs (quiet and noisy)
Rest of the Consonants
Short Walk Vowels
Long Walks
LET’S MAKE SOME WORDS
Short walks and Long walks