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Inky Mouse shows her friends, Snake and Bee, how to read and write with the help on Phonic, an old computer. It covers all the letter sounds and te five basic skills for reading and writing. Bonus material includes a fun activity for children, the 'Using Jolly Phonics' footage for adults and a section explaining the letter sounds of English. This is suitable for classroom or home use.
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87 of 87 people found the following review helpful
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It's a shame that the DVD release of Jolly Phonics didn't feature an updated film, instead of a transfer of the old videos. Jolly Phonics itself is a nice idea, and one of several synthetic phonics packages available for teaching pre-reading to early reading skills.
There is quite a bit of technology featured in this DVD which looks very dated: for instance, several of the children I work with did not even recognise the CRT monitor of the computer 'Phonic' as part of a computer.
It's also a shame that the synthetic phonics system itself is not adhered to in the production of the film footage - for example, instead of pronouncing 's' for the sound made by the letter 'S', Inky Mouse, Snake, Bee and Phonic are often heard saying 'suh' - adding an unnecessary vowel sound to the target sound... something which can be confusing and counterproductive to children whose learning to sound words is the basis for reading.
On the plus side, children who have been learning Jolly Phonics can identify quite closely with the characters... particularly Inky Mouse
There is quite a bit of technology featured in this DVD which looks very dated: for instance, several of the children I work with did not even recognise the CRT monitor of the computer 'Phonic' as part of a computer.
It's also a shame that the synthetic phonics system itself is not adhered to in the production of the film footage - for example, instead of pronouncing 's' for the sound made by the letter 'S', Inky Mouse, Snake, Bee and Phonic are often heard saying 'suh' - adding an unnecessary vowel sound to the target sound... something which can be confusing and counterproductive to children whose learning to sound words is the basis for reading.
On the plus side, children who have been learning Jolly Phonics can identify quite closely with the characters... particularly Inky Mouse
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I have used most of the Jolly Phonics resources in my classroom for several years now and find it an excellent programme. I do agree that the DVD is becoming dated and would love to see it updated. However, I use it more as a treat for the children rather than using it to teach them. I usually play each segment after I myself have taught the corresponding letter-sound relationships in the classroom as a reward for their hard work. The children can relax and enjoy getting to know Inky, Snake and Bee and we discuss/revise strategies the characters used afterwards. I haven't had anyone not know what Phonic the computer was yet, but I am sure that will come with time (at the moment we still have several computers around the school looking like 'Phonic' unfortunately)
The DVD doesn't just contain the segment for children, but also valuable information about the programme and strategies for teaching that are very useful for teachers and parents. It is very good as an introduction and 'finding your feet' when beginning the programme for the first time. I often give it to teachers who are beginning to use the programme so that they can familiarise themselves more quickly with the programme and what it entails. It is just a visual way of reinforcing the programme and its key objectives and it is not just for kids, but also for adults implementing the programme.
The DVD doesn't just contain the segment for children, but also valuable information about the programme and strategies for teaching that are very useful for teachers and parents. It is very good as an introduction and 'finding your feet' when beginning the programme for the first time. I often give it to teachers who are beginning to use the programme so that they can familiarise themselves more quickly with the programme and what it entails. It is just a visual way of reinforcing the programme and its key objectives and it is not just for kids, but also for adults implementing the programme.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This lovely DVD is well under rated! I bought this for my 3 year old, but with my eldest (9 year old) in mind who completely missed out on phonics at school. In fact all 4 of my children have really enjoyed the stories. My 3 year old has already grasped the single letters with their sounds and names and is enthusiasticly working on the blended sounds in only a few weeks. She even started writing the letters herself with almost no help. There was no stopping her! The difference it makes with reading, writting and spelling is amazing. Why ever did schools stop doing phonics?!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
very good
kids love this dvd and stories helps them learn at same time, they have picked up some letter sounds from it already, would recommend
Published 1 month ago by cj
Jolly Phonics
Delivery was very prompt, and my son is finding it a great help with his learning. He also finds the characters funny, which is a bonus. Thanks.
Published 3 months ago by Mike
not sure how useful
This has a dated look but does what its supposed ie teach phonics. However, my son was more interested in the antics of the characters rather than the actual teaching.
Published 4 months ago by gerry latawiec
My daughter - 4 yrs now , thoroughly enjoys it
great product , definitly benefits the littile learners. The video along with the jolly phonics book makes a great combination.
Published 4 months ago by Prab
Good DVD
My kids enjoyed watching this DVD and kept their interest when learning the jolly phonics alphabet sounds. Read more
Published 13 months ago by sam
Jolly Good
My 4 year old has started to read and her nursery school teacher recommended this DVD and also the books. My daughter loves it and has watched it over and over. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mrs. S. L. Sandison
Please don't bother. Too boring!
There is nothing wrong with the MATERIAL contained in the dvd...my problem was the PRESENTATION of the material! It was so boring even for me! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ebony47
great for young children
my son has just started to learn with jolly phonics at school and he loves it. he loves the dvd and using it to show me everything he does at school
Published 17 months ago by lauraam
Very dated and did not gain much
I bought this for my 4 year old boy who started Reception class in September. He found it very boring and I was waiting for all the sound work to happen, and it didnt.
Published 17 months ago by kat76
Not satisfied.
Very old video. Desktop computer shown in it looks like as if its one of the first computer model. Not interactive. My child is not at all interested. I was expecting much more. Read more
Published on 10 May 2010 by Imran Victor
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