Blend spoken phonemes to form one‑syllable words, including words with initial and/or final consonant blends.
Teachers can use 1.2Av to sequence instruction on Blend phonemes (incl. blends) and monitor progress toward mastery.
In English Language Arts, 1.2Av defines what success looks like for Blend phonemes (incl. blends)—from core skills to real‑world use.
Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to 1.2Av.
Standard 1.2Av describes the essential skills and understandings for Blend phonemes (incl. blends) in Grade 1. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.
It lays groundwork for the next grade by deepening accuracy and flexibility with Blend phonemes (incl. blends), so students can tackle more complex problems later.
Use short exit tickets and tasks where students explain decisions, show multiple representations, or justify answers—directly aligned to 1.2Av.
