Intended for PreK and K teachers and staff. In this session, educators will explore how to develop children’s phonemic awareness (PA) and alphabet knowledge (AK) through playful, engaging, and effective strategies. Participants will learn and practice evidence-based approaches that deliver brief, clear, and explicit instruction to support these foundational literacy skills. Strategies for extending learning to the home environment will also be shared. Educators will connect the Essential Instructional Practices in Early Literacy (PreK) with their curriculum materials and authentic child assessment data to strengthen opportunities for building PA and AK. Time will be provided for intentional planning to support implementation, so participants are encouraged to bring current curriculum units. Note: Kindergarten educators are welcome to register, as PreK practices remain both relevant and beneficial during the transition to kindergarten. Time will be provided for intentional planning to support implementation, so participants are encouraged to bring current curriculum units. In addition, bringing TSG progressions and a laptop will be beneficial.

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