Phonics is not just about decoding (reading). Every phonics lesson should include an encoding (writing) activity in which children use their newly learned phonics skills to spell words. Phonics guru Wiley Blevins explains the importance of spelling in children's reading and writing development and outlines the six key principles of spelling instruction during phonics lessons: Phonemic awareness (oral segmentation), Phonics and handwriting fluency, Print exposure through decodable texts, Daily spelling and writing activities, Focus on how English works, Assessment and differentiated supports, This comprehensive resource also includes instructional routines for phonemic awareness, dictation, word building, word sorts, high-frequency words, and handwriting, plus extensive word lists, dozens of reproducible activities, and ready-to-use templates, as well as spelling assessment checklists, spelling rules and generalizations, and instructional modifications for addressing various English dialects. A must-have science-of-reading resource!.