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Thoughtfully written for families, carers and educators.

A gentle look at how tiny shifts in vowel sounds can unlock calmer, more confident reading moments at home, using a mapped approach that feels clear and doable for every parent.

This autumn, we’re tapping into rhythm to build phonological awareness, emotional safety, and joyful confidence in early literacy. From conker drops to syllable trails, discover how mapped movement and seasonal play help children feel the beat and segment sound — step by step.

Every month, our phonics box brings mapped lessons straight to your door: short, expert-led sessions designed to build confidence, clarity, and joy. In this post, we take a closer look at what we mean by ‘lessons in the box’ and how they gently support your child’s learning.

Mapped design isn’t just about layout: it’s about how children feel when they learn. This post explores how our activity sheets build confidence, clarity, and joy through gentle structure and real-life rhythm.