For this assignment, write a 300 word on the importance of phonemic awareness. Include the following:

• Explanation of phonemic awareness 
• Description and examples of phonemic awareness skills
• Importance of phonemic awareness in the development of reading skills
• How and when to teach phonemic awareness skills in the classroom

Following the 300 words, describe at least three phonemic awareness activities for the classroom to promote phonemic awareness skills.

Include the following for each activity:

• Brief description of the activity
• How the activity would be implemented in the classroom
• How the activity meets the diverse needs of students in developing phonemic awareness skills 

Support your writings and activities with at least three scholarly resources.