Phonics Learning
Hey there! Let’s chat about the reading and writing adventure, and one of the big hurdles—phonics. Loads of kiddos find it tricky because, you know, there are tons of sounds that look different but sound like twins when you say the word. 🤯
I’ve spilled the beans on how phonics does its magic, so if you’re up for it, give it a whirl and dive into the nitty-gritty. Click here to have a look.
Oh, and bonus alert—this article’s got your back with worksheets, cool learning stuff, and games. It’s like a secret weapon to boost your kiddo’s phonics skills! 🚀✨ Ready to make phonics a breeze? Let’s do this! 📚🔤
Early Learning Phonics –
Little Wandle at Home
With all of these packs you can scan the QR code and listen to how you pronounce the sounds to help your children learn them.
Phase 1
These flashcards kick off with the basics, perfect for the little ones. They make learning individual sounds a blast—like the “A” sound in “C-A-T.” Packed with pictures, they turn learning into a fun adventure. Plus, you can jazz things up with games like a round of ‘I Spy,’ spotting stuff around you that kicks off or wraps up with the sounds on your cards. Ready for some playful learning? These cards got you covered! 🌟🔠🎉
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Phase 2
Inside this pack, you’ll find cards featuring two-letter sounds, like the ‘oa’ in “B-O-A-T.” Spice things up by sticking these cards around your home and get creative by mixing and matching them to form cool words for your little one to read aloud. It’s a playful way to make reading a total blast! 🃏🏡📚
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Phase 3 
This pack is tailored for when your kiddo steps into year 1, giving them a boost in mastering the phonics sounds that pop up in the phonics screening check during that year. You can keep the fun going by playing games with these cards, but don’t forget to tune in to how the sounds are pronounced before giving it a shot yourself.
The cards are like phonics sound maestros, showing you that certain sounds are buddies. Take “OU” and “Ow,” for instance—they sound the same, even though they’re spelled differently and play different roles in words. Just listen to “Shout” and “Cow”—they both hit that ‘ow’ sound, like when you’ve got a little boo-boo. 🎓🔠👂
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You can also buy them altogether as a pack if you’d like to be prepared for when your children move on to each new stage – scroll down and add all three to your basket.
Phonics Magnetic Letters and Built-In Magnet Board
Phase 3
For the little ones, keeping things interactive is the name of the game! Check out this lively and colourful board that opens up a world of endless fun for your kiddos as they piece together words using phonics sounds. The pack is a treasure trove, featuring color-coded consonants, short vowels, consonant digraphs, vowel digraphs, r-controlled vowels, and magic ‘e.’ And hey, there’s a handy guide included to make sure you’re the maestro in putting it all together. Let the wordplay party begin! 🌈🔠🎉
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Orchard Toys
Match and Spell Game for Sight Words
I can’t stress enough how awesome Orchard learning games are! If you haven’t checked out my article on these games covering various learning topics, you’re in for a treat—give it a read here.
One standout is “Match and Spell,” designed for the bright minds aged 4 and up who are diving into the world of phonics sounds for reading and writing. It’s a blast with colorful pictures, challenging your kiddo to identify and spell words using the letter cards. And guess what? There are two levels to keep things exciting as your child grows their skills. It’s like a learning adventure that evolves with them! 🌟🔠🎲
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Speed Spelling
Here’s a gem for your 5 to 8-year-olds—get ready for a spelling showdown against the clock! This game is all about mastering phonics and spelling, keeping those young minds sharp.
It’s got a mix of words, ranging from the more straightforward ‘cat’ and ‘dog’ to the trickier ‘queen’ and ‘violin,’ making it perfect for various phonics levels. So, whether they’re just starting out or rocking advanced phonics, this game is the perfect match. Ready, set, spell! 🌟🕐🔠
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Phonics Dominoes – Blends & Digraphs
Check out this awesome set of 84 playing pieces—it’s like a dominoes party with a twist! This game is all about the cool art of blending phonic sounds to whip up words that totally make sense. Imagine creating a domino chain, linking the starting and ending sounds of words using those phonics vibes.
And guess what? The party’s got a guest list of blends that are the real stars of the show:
- br
- cr
- dr
- fr
- gr
- tr
- bl
- cl
- fl
- pl
- sl
- sk
- sm
- sn
- sp
- st
It’s like a phonic symphony—time to blend and play! 🎉🔠🎲
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Carol Vorderman
10 Minutes A Day Phonics
I’ve personally tapped into Carol Vorderman’s learning materials for my tutoring sessions, and here’s a gem you should check out. Geared towards the little ones aged 3-5, this book is a powerhouse for building reading, spelling, and English skills.
The game plan? Set a timer for a quick 10 minutes each day, and let your kiddo dive into a world where phonic sounds meet words. Inside, there’s a mix of fun activities and thought-provoking questions, making learning a daily adventure. It’s like a little burst of educational fun every day! 📚⏳🎉
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10 Minutes A Day Spelling
Here’s a fantastic pick for the older crew, designed for the champs aged 7-11. This book is like a spelling wizard, breaking down words into their magical sounds and then putting them back together for a grand reading experience.
But hold on, it’s not just about spelling prowess! There’s a splash of colour with engaging activities, and a Q&A section to keep those brains buzzing. Plus, it takes a deep dive into the English realm, exploring commas, nouns, verbs, and more.
And guess what? The secret sauce lies in the answers tucked away at the back. It’s like a little roadmap to show how they’re cruising through. Ready to dive into the wordy wonders? 📚✨🤔
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Learning Leapers Free Worksheets
Here are some worksheets I made myself, all based on different sound blends. You can access them all on the list that I’ve attached at the bottom.
IGH or IE sound.
These two letter combinations sound the same when you read them out loud, so the best way to find the difference is to remember that usually words ending in ‘IE’ are three letter words like; LIE, TIE, PIE. Longer words include IGH like; sigh, light and right.
Have a go at answering these riddles.
⦁ My kite flew _ _ _ _ in the sky.
⦁ Opposite of day. _ _ _ _ _ .
⦁ Don’t turn left, turn _ _ _ _ _ .
⦁ Something you turn on to see. _ _ _ _ _ .
⦁ Can I have a slice of your _ _ _ .
⦁ My _ _ _ is too _ _ _ _ _ .
⦁ The spider gave me a _ _ _ _ _ _ .
Light
High
Tight
Fright
Pie
Tie
Night
OW OR OA
The ow and oa sound the same, but are spelt differently. Say them all out loud, you can hear how the sounds are the same!
Match the correct word to the picture. (Access the file for the worksheet with the pictures)
Snow
Arrow
Window
Coat
Goat
Coach
‘AR’ OR ‘OR’
Cut and stick the picture to the correct sound!
BLENDING SOUNDS
The beginning of these words are missing, fill in the blanks with the correct sounds.
ST SN CR CL FL GR CH DR
__air
__ick
__ink
__airs
__own
__owman
__ower
__apes
Worksheets To Print