My daughter was an early reader(4) and hated phonics and spelling at this age. Kindergarten teacher kept wanting her to sound out words. She refused. Writing was also hard because she had 5 year old small motor skills and 10 year old reading skills. 2nd grade she could spell any word put in front of her. She developed spelling skills from the many hours spent reading. 6th grade she won the regional spelling bee in our area. Handwriting is still atrocious, but she can type. Message is that kids will develop at their own rate, at their own time. If your child like phonics go with it. If your child is not interested leave it and let nature take it course.
