Review: Alphabet Bug Step ‘n Spell

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Alphabet Bug Step ‘N Spell from Learning Resources is a fun learning game for preschoolers and children beginning to learn phonics and alphabet recognition. The play mat folds easily for storage and is very colorful, inviting and durable. Alphabet Bug features four modes of play: Discover, Spell, ABC Song and Music with 2 skill levels per mode.

The Discover Mode practices letter recognition and the sounds each letter makes.

The Spell Mode allows children to practice spelling simple words. Level one gives help and level two does not.

ABC Song Mode is perfect for young preschoolers as they step on the letters while singing the alphabet song. Don’t worry about coordination because it does not correct them for stepping on the wrong letter.

Music Mode is just for fun. Each letter becomes a note and children can play songs. The back of the guide features some help for playing simple songs as well as additional details about using Alphabet Bug.

My children enjoyed playing with the Alphabet Bug but we did have occasion when the pronunciation wasn’t always clear. In those instances we had to guess and then realized our answer was wrong because we had misunderstood the question. Though it didn’t happen often, it is something to consider and be aware of. I think Alphabet Bug is a fun learning tool to include in your homeschool, but it shouldn’t be your only phonics and alphabet learning tool. Discover, ABC Song and Music mode are our family’s favorites.

Alphabet Bug Step ‘N Spell retails for $44.99
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Karin Katherine is a proud stay-at-home mother of four who feels blessed to be the mother of 5 year old fraternal twin boys and two daughters, ages three and 10 months. You are invited to follow her homeschooling adventures at www.PassportAcademy.com and her adventures as a mother, wife, homemaker, decorator and organizer at www.MommyMattersBlog.com