The focus is on high frequency words 'when' and 'where', highlighting the spelling pattern for words that start with WH. English, being a morpho phonemic language, requires teaching phonics by identifying common patterns. The importance of teaching letter names and using hooks and anchors is emphasised. The spelling of 'when' and 'where' is explained using WH, E, N and the trigraph ERE for the air sound.

What are the two high frequency words discussed in the video?
The two high frequency words discussed in the video are 'when' and 'where'.

What does it mean when English is described as a morpho-phonemic language?
When English is described as a morpho-phonemic language, it means that it combines meaning (morphemes) with sounds (phonemes).

Why is using 'wh' helpful for children learning to spell questioning words?
Using 'wh' helps children differentiate between questioning words and other words, such as 'wen' instead of 'when'.

What is the spelling for the 'air' sound in 'where'?
The spelling for the 'air' sound in 'where' is 'ere'.

What is the term used for three letters making one sound?
The term used for three letters making one sound is a 'trigraph'.

Why do we use letter names in teaching phonics?
We use letter names in teaching phonics because they act as hooks and anchors to understand spelling patterns.