Chunky+Monkey



**Chunky Monkey** tells you to Chunk the Word: Have your child look for a part or a “chunk” that they know (ex: -ing, -old, -and, etc.). See the Phonics Dance for more information about **"Hunks and Chunks"** CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.1.2b Orally produce single-syllable words by blending sounds (phonemes), including consonant blends.

After a student determines a word, they need to **Crosscheck** the word. They ask three questions while crossing their arms over their body: Does it look right? Does it sound right? Does it make since? Find more information here.

Finally, students should **back-up and re-read** the page, once they figure out the word. This will help them understand what they read.