FAQ Montessori Letter Sounds

On the menu, two of the pencils are not active. Is this normal?

Yes, it's normal. This app was designed to offer children progressive learning. There are 4 different

games with 3 levels each. When a new name tag is created, children can only access the first level

of the first two games. The remaining levels and games are unlocked by playing and winning marbles

(between 20 and 30 depending on the games).

Some of the words used are difficult, some I've never even heard myself. How do you expect

a 3 year old to know them?

It is important to know that the interactivity of the app offers children the possibility

to hear the name of the object whenever they want just by taping the card.

We have deliberately included more complicated words to enhance children's vocabulary.

Having a rich vocabulary is key to reading.

Indeed, deciphering words is one thing but putting meaning to reading can only be done

if you know/understand what the words mean.

Why does the letter E make the sound "ai"?

The phonetic sound of a letter is the sound most commonly used in words.

The phonetic alphabet teaches children these sounds.

In "Sound it out", why can my child put a K instead of a C and the app doesn't correct it?

In the first two levels of "Sound it Out" children are asked to place the sounds they hear in

the correct spaces. "c" and "k" are equal sounds. Children can put either in the spaces but the app

corrects the spelling at the end to make them aware of the correct spelling.

I like the recorder but how does my child know if he/she has pronounced properly?

All of the material designed by Maria Montessori includes the possibility to self-correct.

In this exercise, children can tap the card with the letter or image once they have recorded themselves.

They can then listen to their recording and listen to the card again to check.

They can record themselves endlessly until they are happy with their work.