Darwin the Dragon Reading Program
Vowel First Method
A simple but highly effective method that teaches
the basic skills of reading to students with
learning problems.
Welcome to the Darwin the Dragon Reading Program. This program presents an innovative and highly effective reading method designed for individuals who are experiencing difficulty learning to read. Although it was initially created for children with learning disabilities (a condition which includes dyslexia), it accommodates reading problems of various origins and is applicable to students of all ages - youngsters to adults.
This Program has been kept as simple as possible. For instance, in the initial stage only rudimentary reading skills have been presented thereby allowing for concrete progress to occur in a relatively short period of time. Progress that not only lays a strong foundation but also builds confidence and thus encourages the student to regard reading with an enhanced attitude.
The Program consists of a guide, workbook and three storybooks. The storybooks are entertaining and delightfully illustrated and address the young child's instructional needs while the age-appropriate methods located in the Guide address the needs of the older child and adult. As thorough instructions are provided, previous teaching experience is not required.
PARENT/TUTOR GUIDE & SKILL BUILDING WORKBOOK
The Guide familiarizes the tutor with the 'vowel first' technique where the focus lies on the short vowel sounds, long vowel sounds and syllabication. Tutor-training techniques along with explicit teaching instructions and detailed lesson plans prepare the tutor to implement the program with ease. It takes an hour or two to acquire the technique.
To reinforce the phonic skills presented in the Program, a specifically designed workbook was created. The Workbook also has information on 'b' and 'd' recognition, a list of frequently used sight words and teaching aids.
In addition to teaching the mechanics of reading, the Guide presents techniques on how to develop comprehension - the essence of reading. The Guide also contains discussions on the nature of learning disabilities, the selection of tutors, homework, study skills, promotion and the importance of a holistic approach to the remedial process.
DARWIN'S TREASURE HUNT TROUBLE
The enticement of an adventurous young fun-loving dragon and the excitement of a treasure hunt draw the child into the book. Once there, rhyming instructions and delightful illustrations acquaint the child with the short vowels sounds. In addition, the storybook promotes language development and this is achieved through the discussion of the illustrations and storyline. This is an instructional book and thus is to be read to and worked on with the student.
To-date only the first of the three storybooks has been printed; the second and third books will be printed in the near future. Until they are on the market, the tutor should refer to pages 24-28 of the Parent/Tutor Guide for detailed instructions on the teaching of the long vowels and syllabication.
TEACHING AID
The aid consists of five keys that acquaint the student with the short vowel sounds. They come highly recommended as students of all ages find them appealing and thus motivating. They are made out of hardwood and are approximately 13 cm x 1.9 cm x 1.3 cm (5 in x 2 in x 3/8 in).
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PARENT/TUTOR GUIDE & SKILL BUILDING WORKBOOK
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DARWIN'S TREASURE HUNT TROUBLE
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