Word recognition is a subconscious process of breaking the alphabetic code of our written language. To read words accurately and automatically, readers need phonological awareness and decoding skills, and most children will need to be explicitly taught those skills. Although phonics is essential, it is not sufficient. A good reader also needs a strong vocabulary and background knowledge in order to understand the text they have decoded. Learn more.
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