๐ŸŒฟ Level 2 โ€“ Explorer

Phonics Level 2

Building on Level 1 โ€” explore digraphs, blends and long vowels. Children read with growing confidence and excitement!

Ages 5โ€“7 10 Weeks Intermediate Certificate Included
Course Overview

Taking Phonics to the Next Level

Phonics Level 2 โ€“ Explorer is the exciting bridge between learning sounds and becoming a confident reader. Children explore the fascinating world of digraphs (sh, ch, th), consonant blends, and begin reading longer words and sentences. This course is packed with engaging activities that make every lesson feel like an adventure!

Learning Outcomes

Read and spell digraphs (sh, ch, th, wh, ph)
Decode consonant blends (bl, cr, st, spโ€ฆ)
Understand long vowel sounds
Read 50+ high-frequency words
Read short paragraphs fluently
Write simple sentences independently
Develop reading comprehension skills
Build vocabulary through reading

๐Ÿ“‹ Weekly Curriculum

Week 1โ€“2
Digraphs: sh, ch, th, ng

Introduction to two-letter sounds. Reading and spelling words with digraphs using picture clues and games.

Week 3โ€“4
Consonant Blends

Initial blends (bl, cl, fl, gl, pl, sl, br, cr, dr, fr, gr, pr, tr, sp, st, sk, sn, sm, sw) and final blends.

Week 5โ€“6
Long Vowel Sounds

Magic 'e' rule, long vowel patterns (ai, ay, ee, ea, oa, oe). Reading and spelling practice.

Week 7โ€“8
High Frequency Words & Fluency

Building sight word bank to 50+ words. Reading decodable books with growing confidence.

Week 9
Sentence Building & Writing

Writing complete sentences. Capital letters, full stops and basic punctuation introduction.

Week 10
Revision, Assessment & Celebration

Comprehensive review, skills assessment, certificate award and parent showcase.

๐Ÿ”ก Digraphs We Explore

sh๐Ÿš shell
ch๐ŸŒธ chair
th๐Ÿ‘† think
wh๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ whale
ph๐Ÿ“ธ phone
ng๐ŸŽต ring