Teacher’s Guide: Let’s Read! English Primary 3

English Primary 3 Teacher's Guide is a comprehensive resource developed by the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) in partnership with the Northern Education Initiative Plus, supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The guide is designed to support teachers in implementing the Let's Read! programme, which aims to improve reading skills in primary schools. The programme is based on global best practices that focus on the five key skills of early reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. The guide provides teachers with the necessary tools and resources to deliver systematic and explicit reading instruction, which is essential for pupils to learn to read in English. The guide is structured around the revised English primary curriculum and is designed to be used in conjunction with the Let's Read! Pupil's Books. The programme is expected to improve the reading abilities of primary two and three pupils, who currently face significant challenges in learning to read in English. The guide emphasizes the importance of teacher support and parental involvement in the learning process. Teachers are encouraged to use the materials every day to help pupils learn, and parents are expected to support their children's reading and writing practice at home. The guide also highlights the need for head teachers and teachers to ensure that every pupil has access to a free copy of the book, without any payment or charges. The Let's Read! programme is a collaborative effort between NERDC, the Northern Education Initiative Plus, and USAID, with the goal of improving reading skills in primary schools across Nigeria. The programme is expected to provide a model for the teaching of early grade reading grades throughout the country. The guide provides a detailed scope and sequence for the programme, outlining the key skills and concepts to be covered in each week of the term. The programme is divided into 10 weeks, with each week focusing on a specific theme or topic. The guide also includes a list of contributors, who have provided expert advice and guidance on the development of the programme. Overall, the Let's Read! English Primary 3 Teacher's Guide is a valuable resource for teachers and educators in Nigeria, providing a comprehensive framework for implementing the Let's Read! programme and improving reading skills in primary schools.