The Phonological Awareness Assessment Guide gives homeschool parents and early educators the tools to evaluate key pre-reading skills in K–2 children. This guide breaks down the critical components of phonological awareness—rhyming, syllable segmentation, blending, and isolating sounds—and shows you how to assess each one effectively.

With easy-to-follow instructions and printable tools, you'll confidently identify your child’s strengths and areas for growth. These foundational skills are essential for decoding and reading success, and this guide helps you track them over time with simple progress checks.

Learn when and how to assess, what to listen for, and how to adjust your instruction to support your child’s development. Whether you're teaching a brand-new reader or checking for readiness, this guide supports a strong start to reading.

Ideal for homeschool families, tutors, and early childhood educators focused on building solid phonological awareness in young learners.

Keywords: phonological awareness assessment, pre-reading skills, homeschool reading guide, phonemic awareness, K–2 reading readiness, sound awareness