JumpStart Phonics

>Phonics is the Key to Reading SuccessProduct InformationOn Hip Hop Avenue we see the world through kids’ eyes. It’s colorful vibrant and full of learning potential. But it’s about more than just understanding ABC’s - it’s about being part of a munity where learning is rewarding and fun!    Children join familiar JumpStart characters in a place where reading words and sounds abound. In and around the street kids are introduced to letters sounds words and sentences in a playful and natural way through captivating interactive games and the power of rhythm rhyme and music.Kids learn to be goal oriented as they focus on learning manageable groups of words that open up new songs to sing along with and record in the Karaoke Clubhouse. Let Val the clubhouse supervisor and neighborhood mentor nurture your child’s fondness for reading as she acknowledges even the smallest victories along the way by providing instant feedback and encouragement through Voice Activated Learning.Educational FeaturesIntroducing Voice Activated Learning – V.A.L.Educational research indicates a strong link between speaking words and phrases aloud and developing early reading skills. Voice Activated Learning (VAL) is an effective way to teach language development and reading using the learner’s voice to activate and reinforce the learn-to-read process. VAL provides feedback of words read aloud into the included microphone offering helpful hints and enthusiastic encouragement. In developing the VAL technology we are most concerned with developing confident readers. For that reason we have sharpened the technology to ensure that it recognizes when a word is said correctly by little voices with all of their developmental traits.Progress ReportsThroughout the progress of the game the parent can access information on what words and skills the player has learned. The information on the page is broken up into two displa