Reviewer Code/Name: FIRST GRADE Critical Elements Analysis 18 Phonemic Awareness is the ability to hear and manipulate the sound structure of language. It is a strong predictor of reading success. Phonemic awareness is an auditory skill and consists of multiple components. Rating High Priority Items Phonemic Awareness Instruction Evidence Criterion Initial Instruction Week Week @00 1. Allocates appropriate amount of daily time to blending, segmenting, and manipulating tasks until proficient. (w) [NRP, pg. 2-41] @00 2. Incorporates letters into phonemic awareness activities. (w) [NRP, pg. 2-41] First Grade Phonemic Awareness Instruction High Priority Tally the number of elements with each rating. 0 _0_0