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Joyanne James-Soyer

Joyanne James-Soyer is an accomplished author and editor with over 25 years of experience in the publishing and education sectors. She manages digital content specialising in Caribbean culture, regional history and education for Sweet TnT Magazine and Study Zone Institute. Her portfolio includes the Study Zone Big Kid Books series, the Improve Spelling and Reading Skills collection, and she is a co-author and editor of Sweet TnT Short Stories and Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes. Holding a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Language and Literature with Education and being a dedicated educator, James-Soyer specialises in documenting the biodiversity and cultural heritage of Trinidad and Tobago for a global audience, and supporting students, parents, and teachers globally.

Long O: Unmask 7 faces of the sound, word list, teaching tips

Long O sound

The long O, that oh-so-versatile vowel sound, can be a tricky one for young learners to master. Unlike some vowels with a more consistent sound-symbol relationship, the long O can be spelled in a variety of ways. This article will delve into the world of this tricky sound, providing teachers …

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Long I: Unlock 9 ways to spell the sound with word list and teaching tips

Long i sound

The English language can be a tricky beast, and vowels are no exception. The long I sound, for instance, can be spelled in a surprising number of ways! This article will explore all 8 methods for writing the long I sound, providing clear examples and word lists for each. The …

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Long E: Master 8 spellings with word list, and fun teaching ideas

Long E sound

The English language can be tricky, especially when it comes to vowels. The long E sound, for instance, can be spelled in a whopping 8 different ways! This article will unveil the secrets of the long E, providing clear explanations and helpful word lists for each spelling variation. What is …

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Long A: Conquer 9 ways to spell one sound with word list and teaching tips

Long A sound

The long A sound can be a tricky one for young readers. This is the drawn-out “a” as in “ape”. It’s one sound with a surprising number of spellings! This article will explore the 9 ways to write the long A sound and offer tips on teaching them to children. …

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Vacation activities to keep your brain sharp this summer

Vacation activities

Summer vacation! Time for relaxation, late nights, and catching up on sleep. But before you completely switch off your learning mode, consider this: summer can also be a prime time to keep your brain sharp and prepared with vacation activities for the upcoming challenges at school, especially those crucial standardised …

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