ABCs Singing the Sounds Courses are interactive online courses designed to teach children, ages 3-9 years, the sounds of the ABCs in a fun and engaging way. The courses utilize music and visual aids to help children learn and remember their phonics sounds along with fun worksheets.
The courses consist of video lessons that cover all the sounds of the ABCs. After each lesson in the video, there is a repetition segment where the content is repeated but with the phonics sounds muted allowing the child to demonstrate their retention and understanding of the material. Video lessons are followed by downloadable worksheets and activities to reinforce the learning. The courses are organized in a progressive manner, building upon previously learned sounds.
We offer four subscription tiers for Miss Kim’s Children’s Music ABC Phonics Courses:
Absolutely! For those who are unsure about subscribing, we provide a sample course that can be accessed for free. It will give you a good idea of the content and teaching style. We encourage everyone to try the sample course before committing to a subscription.
We are continuously working to improve and enhance Miss Kim’s Children’s Music ABC Phonics Courses. One of the upcoming features is a whiteboard feature, which will provide a hands-on interactive experience for children to practice writing and spelling along with the phonics sounds on a whiteboard accessible through an iPad or tablet. Stay tuned for more exciting add-ons!
Once you subscribe to a tier, you will gain access to the courses through our online platform. You can log in using your account credentials on our website. All course materials, including video lessons, downloadable worksheets, and activities can be accessed and downloaded from the platform.
The duration of each course varies depending on the phonics concept and the child’s learning pace and engagement. Each video lesson is about two minutes long. On average, a course takes approximately 2-4 weeks to complete if the child follows the recommended schedule of one-three lessons per day. However, the courses are designed to be flexible, allowing children to learn at their own pace.
Engagement and Attention: Music captures children’s attention and engages them in the learning process. The rhythmic patterns, melodies, and catchy tunes make phonics concepts more interesting and enjoyable, increasing their motivation to learn and participate actively.
Memorization and Retention: Music has a powerful impact on memory. When children learn phonics concepts through songs, the repetition and melodic structure help them remember the sounds, patterns, and corresponding letters more easily. This improves their retention of the information.
Auditory Discrimination: Music enhances children’s auditory discrimination skills, allowing them to distinguish between different sounds and phonetic nuances. By listening to and singing along with songs that emphasize specific phonics sounds, children develop a keen ear for phonetic distinctions, which is crucial for reading and pronunciation.
Phonemic Awareness: Phonemic awareness, the ability to recognize and manipulate individual sounds in words, is a fundamental skill for reading. Music naturally highlights the phonemic elements of language through its rhythm, rhyme, and repetition. Singing along to phonics songs helps children develop their phonemic awareness, enabling them to decode and blend sounds proficiently.
Sensory Integration: Music engages multiple senses simultaneously. When children participate in phonics songs, they use their auditory, visual, and kinesthetic senses. This multi-sensory approach enhances their learning experience by reinforcing connections between sounds, symbols, and body movements, resulting in a more comprehensive understanding of phonics concepts.
Emotional Connection: Music has a unique ability to evoke emotions and create positive associations with learning. By incorporating music into phonics instruction, children develop a positive attitude towards reading and literacy. This emotional connection fosters a love for learning and helps them become enthusiastic and confident readers.
Absolutely! Here are a few tips for parents to support their child’s learning with Miss Kim’s Children’s Music ABC Phonics Courses:
Miss Kim provides easy and more challenging worksheets depending on the child’s grasp of the phonics concepts.
Yes, children with learning difficulties or special needs can benefit from ABCs Singing the Sounds courses. The multi-sensory approach, visual aids, and engaging activities can be particularly helpful for these children. However, it’s important to note that Miss Kim’s courses are not specifically tailored for specific learning disabilities, so additional support and adaptations may be necessary.
