I need to get some type of phonics program for my 5 year old. He is so close to reading and can read a little - bob books and random words here and there - but I think he needs some type of phonics study to help him put the pieces together. I've been looking at different ones and am unsure what to choose.

I tried 100EZ with him and we just did not click with it.

Based on posts I've seen here I know phonics pathways or ordinary guide to teaching reading are options - but I'm not real hot on getting another book that doesn't have any worksheets or flashcards or stuff with it that will help engage him.

I have been looking at phonics museum and it looks fun.

Then this week I started looking at winterpromise and thinking the preK would be awesome for my 4yo.....then it occurred to me that maybe I should get the advanced K for my 5yo and I could do them together. But there really isn't a lot of info about the phonics included kwim?

Any suggestions? I realize I'm floundering. LOL!

Based on posts I've seen here I know phonics pathways or ordinary guide to teaching reading are options - but I'm not real hot on getting another book that doesn't have any worksheets or flashcards or stuff with it that will help engage him.

Ordinary Parents Guide to Teaching Reading does have flashcards and a magnetic board with letters to engage them. We were using it without those tools, and after we moved I couldn't find my book so I ordered the complete kit... they are loving the maniplatives with it. :)

http://www.peacehillpress.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=9

If you scroll down, it's a kit - with teh book spiral bound (what a GREAT idea!!!) for $55.

I guess everyone knows my bias (as of right now, anyway! lol)

oooh thanks for the info! I didn't realize there were manips for that book, ok so now I need to take that one into consideration again. LOL

Any other suggestions or opinions welcomed!

We use OPG. I already had magnetic letters (the plastic kind for the fridge) and I am making my own flash cards. It isn't alot of work and it works well for us, plus it saved me lots of money over buying the kit. (Plus I borrowed my book from a good friend. LOL)