I am a native English speaking Primary School Teacher, teaching overseas. I teach all subjects in KS1. I have a specialism in Primary Maths and also Phonics is an area I am hugely passionate about. Check out my Youtube channel for fun phonics games. Happy teaching and learning!
I am a native English speaking Primary School Teacher, teaching overseas. I teach all subjects in KS1. I have a specialism in Primary Maths and also Phonics is an area I am hugely passionate about. Check out my Youtube channel for fun phonics games. Happy teaching and learning!
Phonics Fun PowerPoint: Rhyming and Homophone Games
Bring excitement to your phonics practice with my Phonics Fun PowerPoint! This engaging resource combines two interactive games in one, designed to reinforce essential phonics skills for Key Stage 1 students. With the “What Word Rhymes With…” and “What is the Homophone for This Word…” games, your students will enjoy learning while having fun. Always proves to be a huge hit in the classroom as children test their phonics knowledge.
Game Features:
Rhyming Game: “What Word Rhymes With…” encourages students to think of words that rhyme, enhancing their phonetic awareness and vocabulary.
Homophone Game: “What is the Homophone for This Word…” helps students understand and identify homophones, improving their spelling and comprehension skills.
Interactive Format: The PowerPoint can be used on interactive whiteboards or projectors, making it perfect for whole-class participation.
Versatile Use: Play individually, in pairs, or in teams. Students can use mini whiteboards to write their answers, promoting active engagement and collaboration. easy to use ‘next slide’ to reveal the answer.
Fun and Engaging: Colorful slides and playful prompts keep students motivated and eager to learn.
Benefits:
Reinforces Phonics Skills: Helps students practice and master rhyming words and homophones in an enjoyable way.
Flexible and Easy to Use: Ready-to-go PowerPoint reduces prep time and can be easily integrated into your lessons.
Promotes Active Learning: Encourages participation, teamwork, and healthy competition, making learning dynamic and interactive.
Transform your phonics practice with the Phonics Fun PowerPoint. Watch as your students develop key literacy skills while enjoying these interactive games. Simplify your teaching and make phonics practice a highlight of your day!
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Supercharge Your Classroom with the “Do That Verb” Alphabet Worksheet!
Boost your students’ vocabulary and language skills with the “Do That Verb” Alphabet Worksheet. This engaging resource provides a fun and educational way for students to learn verbs from A to Z, making it an essential addition to your teaching toolkit.
Worksheet Features:
Comprehensive Verb List:
Each letter of the alphabet is represented by a carefully selected verb, giving students a wide range of action words to explore and learn.
Engaging Activities:
The worksheet includes interactive exercises that encourage students to use each verb in a sentence, promoting creativity and application of their new vocabulary.
Easy-to-Use Format:
Designed for ease of use, this worksheet can be seamlessly integrated into your lesson plans. Its clear layout makes it suitable for both classroom activities and homework assignments.
Versatile Learning Tool:
Whether you’re introducing verbs for the first time or reinforcing previous lessons, this worksheet is adaptable to different teaching contexts, ensuring all students can benefit.
Benefits for Teachers:
Saves Time:
This ready-to-use worksheet eliminates the need for extensive lesson planning. Simply download, print, and distribute, allowing you to focus on teaching rather than preparation.
Reduces Workload:
With a complete set of verbs and associated activities, this resource covers multiple aspects of language learning in one go, reducing the need for additional materials.
Engages Students:
The interactive nature of the activities keeps students motivated and interested, making learning enjoyable and effective. By involving students in the creative use of language, you foster a deeper understanding and retention of verbs.
Enhances Vocabulary:
By introducing a diverse range of verbs, this worksheet helps students expand their vocabulary and improve their language skills, setting a solid foundation for future learning.
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Comprehensive RWI Set 3 Phonics Worksheet Bundle: 20 Sounds with Engaging Activities!
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Revolutionise your phonics teaching with my Complete Set of 20 RWI Set 3 Phonics Sounds Worksheets. Each double-sided worksheet in this extensive collection includes the same engaging activities tailored for each specific sound, ensuring consistency and thorough phonics practice across all sounds.
Phonics Sounds Included:
a-e
ai
are
aw
e-e
ea
ear
er
ew
i-e
ire
o-e
oa
oi
ow
u-e
ur
ure
tion/sion/cian
tious/cious
Consistent Worksheet Activities:
Read and Match Activity:
Students will read words associated with each phonics sound and match them to corresponding pictures, reinforcing word recognition and comprehension through visual association.
Complete the Sentence:
Students will use the appropriate phonics words to fill in blanks in sentences. This activity improves contextual understanding and helps students practice using words in sentences.
Word Search:
Each worksheet includes a word search featuring words with the target phonics sound. This activity reinforces spelling and helps students recognize phonics patterns in a fun, engaging way.
Independent Writing Task:
Space is provided for students to write their own sentences using words with the phonics sound. This task encourages creativity and allows students to apply their phonics knowledge in writing, demonstrating their understanding through original expression.
Benefits for Teachers:
Time-Saving:
This comprehensive set of ready-to-use worksheets saves you valuable time on lesson planning and preparation. Simply download, print, and distribute, allowing you to focus more on teaching.
Reduces Workload:
With a variety of consistent activities included on each double-sided worksheet, you can efficiently cover multiple aspects of phonics learning. This comprehensive resource minimises the need for additional materials and preparation.
Enhances Student Engagement:
The consistent structure across worksheets keeps students motivated and engaged. By incorporating reading, matching, word searches, and creative writing, these worksheets cater to various learning styles, making phonics practice enjoyable and effective.
Versatile Usage:
Perfect for classroom lessons or homework assignments, these worksheets adapt to different teaching contexts. Their consistent design supports both group work and individual practice, ensuring all students benefit.
Equip your classroom with the Complete Set of 20 RWI Set 3 Phonics Sounds Worksheets and watch your students’ phonics skills soar. For more high-quality resources that save you time and reduce your workload, be sure to check out Miss McCowan’s TES store (missmccowan)!
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Master the Short ‘oo’ Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity (Set 2 RWI Compatible)
Boost your phonics instruction with my engaging and comprehensive Master the Short ‘oo’ Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity! Aligned with Read Write Inc. (RWI) Set 2, this resource is perfect for early learners and Key Stage 1 students, offering a variety of fun and interactive activities to teach and assess their understanding of the short ‘oo’ sound, all while saving you valuable preparation time.
Features:
Side One: Read and Match: Students read short ‘oo’ words and match them to corresponding pictures, reinforcing word recognition and phonetic understanding.
Creative Thinking: Encourages students to think of and write other words containing the short ‘oo’ sound, expanding their vocabulary and phonemic awareness.
Side Two: Sentence Completion: Students complete sentences with the correct short ‘oo’ word, enhancing their comprehension and usage skills.
Drawing Activity: Students draw pictures to illustrate the sentences, demonstrating their understanding of the words and their meanings.
Benefits:
Phonics Reinforcement: Provides thorough practice with the short ‘oo’ sound, helping students to recognize and use this phoneme confidently.
Engaging and Fun: A variety of activities on both sides keep students motivated and make learning enjoyable.
Comprehensive Assessment: Allows teachers to assess students’ understanding and proficiency with the short ‘oo’ sound through multiple activities.
Skill Development: Supports reading, writing, comprehension, and creative thinking, providing a well-rounded phonics practice.
Time-Saving: Ready-to-use worksheets streamline your lesson planning, freeing up your time to focus on teaching.
Equip your classroom with my Master the Short ‘oo’ Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity (Set 2 RWI Compatible) and watch your students develop strong phonics skills in a fun and engaging way. Simplify your lesson planning and make phonics practice effective and enjoyable with this essential, time-saving resource!
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Master the “ou” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity (Set 2 RWI Compatible)
Enhance your phonics instruction with my engaging Master the “ou” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity, designed specifically for Set 2 Read Write Inc. Perfect for early learners and Key Stage 1 students, this resource provides comprehensive practice to help them master the “ou” phonics sound while saving you valuable preparation time.
Features:
Side One: Read and Match: Pupils read “ou” words and match them to corresponding pictures, reinforcing word recognition and phonetic understanding.
Creative Thinking: Encourages pupils to think of and write additional words containing the “ou” sound, broadening their vocabulary and phonemic awareness.
Side Two: Sentence Completion: Pupils complete sentences with the correct “ou” word, improving their comprehension and application of the sound.
Drawing Activity: Pupils draw pictures to represent the sentences, showcasing their understanding of the words and their meanings.
Benefits:
Phonics Reinforcement: Provides focused practice with the “ou” sound, helping pupils to recognise and use this phoneme confidently.
Engaging and Fun: A variety of activities on both sides keep pupils motivated and make learning enjoyable.
Comprehensive Assessment: Enables teachers to evaluate pupils’ understanding and proficiency with the “ou” sound through diverse activities.
Skill Development: Supports reading, writing, comprehension, and creative expression, offering a well-rounded phonics experience.
Time-Saving: Ready-to-use worksheets streamline lesson planning, allowing you more time to focus on teaching.
Equip your classroom with my Master the “ou” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity (Set 2 RWI Compatible) and watch your pupils develop strong phonics skills in a fun and engaging way. Make phonics practice effective and enjoyable with this essential, time-saving resource!
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Master the “ar” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity
Set 2 RWI Compatible
Elevate your phonics lessons with my engaging and comprehensive Master the “ar” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity! This resource is perfect for early learners and Key Stage 1 students, offering a variety of fun and interactive activities to teach and assess their understanding of the “ar” sound, all while saving you valuable preparation time.
Features:
Side One: Read and Match: Pupils read “ar” words and match them to corresponding pictures, reinforcing word recognition and phonetic understanding.
Creative Thinking: Encourages pupils to think of and write other words containing the “ar” sound, expanding their vocabulary and phonemic awareness.
Side Two: Sentence Completion: Pupils complete sentences with the correct “ar” word, enhancing their comprehension and usage skills.
Drawing Activity: Pupils draw pictures to illustrate the sentences, demonstrating their understanding of the words and their meanings.
Benefits:
Phonics Reinforcement: Provides thorough practice with the “ar” sound, helping pupils to recognise and use this phoneme confidently.
Engaging and Fun: A variety of activities on both sides keep pupils motivated and make learning enjoyable.
Comprehensive Assessment: Allows teachers to assess pupils’ understanding and proficiency with the “ar” sound through multiple activities.
Skill Development: Supports reading, writing, comprehension, and creative thinking, providing a well-rounded phonics practice.
Time-Saving: Ready-to-use worksheets streamline your lesson planning, freeing up your time to focus on teaching.
Equip your classroom with my Master the “ar” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity and watch your pupils develop strong phonics skills in a fun and engaging way. Simplify your lesson planning and make phonics practice effective and enjoyable with this essential, time-saving resource!
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Master the “or” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity (Set 2 RWI Compatible)
Elevate your phonics instruction with my engaging and comprehensive Master the “or” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity, designed to align perfectly with Set 2 of Read Write Inc. (RWI). Ideal for early learners and Key Stage 1 students, this resource offers a variety of fun and interactive activities to teach and assess their understanding of the “or” phonics sound, all while saving you valuable preparation time.
Features:
Side One: Read and Match: Pupils read “or” words and match them to corresponding pictures, reinforcing word recognition and phonetic understanding.
Creative Thinking: Encourages pupils to think of and write additional words containing the “or” sound, broadening their vocabulary and phonemic awareness.
Side Two: Sentence Completion: Pupils complete sentences with the correct “or” word, improving their comprehension and application of the sound.
Drawing Activity: Pupils draw pictures to represent the sentences, showcasing their understanding of the words and their meanings.
Benefits:
Phonics Reinforcement: Provides focused practice with the “or” sound, helping pupils to recognise and use this phoneme confidently.
Engaging and Fun: A variety of activities on both sides keep pupils motivated and make learning enjoyable.
Comprehensive Assessment: Enables teachers to evaluate pupils’ understanding and proficiency with the “or” sound through diverse activities.
Skill Development: Supports reading, writing, comprehension, and creative expression, offering a well-rounded phonics experience.
Time-Saving: Ready-to-use worksheets streamline lesson planning, allowing you more time to focus on teaching.
Equip your classroom with my Master the “or” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity (Set 2 RWI Compatible) and watch your pupils develop strong phonics skills in a fun and engaging way. Make phonics practice effective and enjoyable with this essential, time-saving resource!
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Master the “ir” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity (Set 2 RWI Compatible)
Boost your phonics lessons with my dynamic Master the “ir” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity, designed to align perfectly with Set 2 of Read Write Inc. (RWI). Ideal for early learners and Key Stage 1 students, this resource provides a comprehensive and engaging approach to mastering the “ir” phonics sound, all while saving you valuable preparation time.
Features:
Side One: Read and Match: Pupils read “ir” words and match them to their corresponding pictures, reinforcing word recognition and phonetic understanding.
Creative Thinking: Encourages pupils to think of and write additional words containing the “ir” sound, expanding their vocabulary and phonemic awareness.
Side Two: Sentence Completion: Pupils complete sentences with the correct “ir” word, enhancing their comprehension and application of the sound.
Drawing Activity: Pupils draw pictures to illustrate the sentences, demonstrating their understanding of the words and their meanings.
Benefits:
Phonics Reinforcement: Provides targeted practice with the “ir” sound, helping pupils to recognise and use this phoneme confidently.
Engaging and Fun: A variety of activities on both sides keep pupils motivated and make learning enjoyable.
Comprehensive Assessment: Enables teachers to assess pupils’ understanding and proficiency with the “ir” sound through multiple activities.
Skill Development: Supports reading, writing, comprehension, and creative expression, offering a well-rounded phonics practice.
Time-Saving: Ready-to-use worksheets streamline lesson planning, giving you more time to focus on teaching.
Equip your classroom with my Master the “ir” Sound Double-Sided Worksheet Activity (Set 2 RWI Compatible) and watch your pupils strengthen their phonics skills in a fun and engaging way. Simplify your lesson planning and make phonics practice effective and enjoyable with this essential, time-saving resource!
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Map 1 and 2 (Set 1 and 2) Phonics/ Letter and Sounds Colouring Books
Introduce your young students to the world of phonics with our Phonics Coloring Book! This delightful resource combines the joy of coloring with the educational benefits of learning phonetic sounds. Each page features a letter, its corresponding sound, and a picture that matches the sound, making it a fun and interactive way for children to learn.
A great classroom resource for EYFS to develop fluency with phonics and alphabet letters and sounds. Use in the classroom to aide fine motor skills and improve colouring skills for children aged 3-6 years.
This phonics colouring book features items for each of the sounds and letters of the alphabet to help children with letter/word/sound association.
Phonics Coloring Book for Early Years Learners
Engaging Learning: Children love to color, and this book turns phonics lessons into an enjoyable activity.
Visual Association: Each letter and sound is paired with a picture, helping students make visual connections that enhance memory and recall.
Fine Motor Skills: Coloring improves fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and focus, which are essential for writing.
Independent Learning: Easy-to-follow pages allow children to learn and practice on their own, giving you valuable prep time.
Our Phonics Coloring Book is perfect for EYFS students, providing a creative and effective approach to early literacy. Watch as your students gain confidence in their phonetic abilities while enjoying the process of coloring. Simplify your teaching and make phonics fun with this essential resource!
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Boost your phonics teaching with my ‘ur’ Phonics Sound Worksheet, carefully aligned with Read Write Inc. (RWI) Set 3. This double-sided resource is packed with engaging activities to help students master the ‘ur’ phonics sound, making it an essential addition to your phonics curriculum.
Worksheet Features:
Read and Match Activity:
Students practise reading words containing the ‘ur’ sound and match them to the appropriate pictures. This activity strengthens word recognition and helps solidify the connection between words and their meanings.
Complete the Sentence:
Encourage students to fill in the blanks using ‘ur’ words, enhancing their ability to construct meaningful sentences and understand the context in which these words are used.
‘ur’ Word Search:
Engage students with a fun and challenging word search featuring ‘ur’ words, which reinforces spelling and recognition in an enjoyable format.
Independent Writing Task:
Provide space for students to write their own sentences using ‘ur’ words. This task encourages creativity and allows students to apply their phonics knowledge in writing, demonstrating their understanding through original expression.
Benefits for Teachers:
Time-Saving:
This ready-to-use worksheet is designed to save you valuable time on lesson planning and preparation. Download, print, and distribute easily, allowing you to focus more on teaching and less on resource creation.
Reduces Workload:
With a variety of activities consolidated into one double-sided worksheet, you can efficiently cover multiple aspects of phonics learning. This comprehensive resource minimises the need for additional materials and preparation.
Enhances Student Engagement:
The diverse range of activities keeps students motivated and engaged. By incorporating reading, matching, word searches, and creative writing, this worksheet caters to different learning styles, making phonics practice enjoyable.
Versatile Usage:
Perfect for both classroom lessons and homework assignments, this worksheet adapts to various teaching contexts. Its multifaceted design supports both group work and individual practice, ensuring that all students benefit.
Equip your classroom with the ‘ur’ Phonics Sound Worksheet and watch your students’ phonics skills improve. For more high-quality resources that save you time and reduce your workload, be sure to check out Miss McCowan’s TES store (missmccowan)!
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Try My Free Sample of the Complete Set 2 RWI Aligned Notebook Featuring the ‘ay’ Phonics Sound!
Explore the effectiveness of my teaching resources with this Free Sample of the Complete Set 2 RWI Aligned Notebook, featuring the ‘ay’ phonics sound. This smart notebook is designed to align perfectly with Read Write Inc. (RWI) Set 2, providing a comprehensive tool to support phonics learning in your classroom.
Features of the Free Sample Notebook:
‘ay’ Phonics Worksheet:
Help your students master the ‘ay’ sound with a variety of engaging activities. This worksheet includes exercises such as matching words to pictures, filling in the blanks, and writing sentences using ‘ay’ words, making phonics practice both interactive and fun.
‘ay’ Reading Comprehension and Phoneme Spotter Worksheet:
Reinforce phonics skills with a reading comprehension passage that focuses on the ‘ay’ sound. Students will identify and highlight ‘ay’ words within the text, enhancing their phoneme recognition and reading comprehension skills simultaneously.
Links to ‘ay’ Songs on YouTube:
Make learning memorable with catchy ‘ay’ phonics songs available on YouTube. These songs provide an auditory learning experience that reinforces the ‘ay’ sound through music, helping students retain what they’ve learned.
Benefits for Teachers:
Try Before You Buy:
Experience the quality and effectiveness of my resources with this free sample. See firsthand how the activities engage your students and support their phonics learning.
Comprehensive Learning Tool:
This sample notebook offers a holistic approach to learning the ‘ay’ sound, combining visual, auditory, and hands-on activities. It caters to various learning styles and helps ensure all students grasp the phonics concept.
Time-Saving Resource:
My ready-to-use notebook reduces your preparation time. Download, print, and implement the activities directly into your lesson plans, saving you valuable time and effort.
Enhances Student Engagement:
The diverse range of activities keeps students interested and motivated. By incorporating worksheets, reading comprehension, and songs, this notebook provides a multi-faceted learning experience.
Test out this free sample of my Complete Set 2 RWI Aligned Notebook and discover how it can enhance your phonics teaching. For more high-quality resources that save you time and reduce your workload, be sure to check out Miss McCowan’s TES store (missmccowan)! Please remember to leave a review if you found this resource helpful, thank you!
Master Common Exception Words with Engaging Flashcards and Teacher Presentation PPT.
Boost your students’ literacy skills with my Common Exception Words Flashcards and PPT designed to make learning these tricky words both fun and effective. These flashcards are perfect for primary school teachers looking to enhance their phonics and reading sessions.
Key Benefits:
Interactive Learning: My flashcards transform the learning of common exception words into a dynamic and engaging activity. Children will love the vibrant visuals and interactive approach, making it easier for them to remember these essential words. Both presentation and flash cards included.
Enhanced Literacy Skills: By focusing on common exception words, my flashcards help students recognize and understand words that don’t follow standard phonetic patterns. This boosts their reading fluency and comprehension, providing a solid foundation for future literacy development.
Versatile Teaching Tool: These flashcards are designed for flexibility in the classroom. Use them for group activities, one-on-one sessions, or even as part of a game to reinforce learning. The possibilities are endless, allowing you to tailor the experience to your students’ needs.
Time-Saving Resource: I’ve done the hard work for you! My flashcards and PPT come ready-to-use, allowing you to spend less time preparing and more time teaching. Simply print and distribute them, and you’re ready to go.
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Engage Young Learners with Simple Sounds Full Colour Flash Cards!
Introduce your students to the world of phonics with my Simple Sounds Full Colour Flash Cards, designed to make learning the basics of phonics fun and effective. These flashcards are an ideal resource for primary school teachers aiming to build a strong phonics foundation in their classrooms while adhering to the National Curriculum.
Key Benefits:
Vibrant and Engaging: Each flashcard features bright and colorful designs that capture young learners’ attention, making it easier for them to focus and remember the sounds associated with each letter.
Foundational Literacy Skills: By emphasizing simple sounds, these flashcards help students grasp the building blocks of language, enhancing their reading, writing, and spelling abilities. This solid foundation is essential for their ongoing literacy development.
Flexible Teaching Tool: The flashcards are versatile, allowing you to use them for various activities, such as group exercises, individual practice, or fun phonics games. This adaptability ensures that you can tailor lessons to suit the needs of your students. Can be printed and given to each child so they all have a copy - or given to parents to use at home.
Time-Saving Resource: My flashcards are ready to use, so you can save valuable time on preparation. Simply print and incorporate them into your lessons for an instant boost to your phonics curriculum.
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Full Set of Phonics Flash Cards: Full Colour, Double-Sided
Transform your phonics lessons with my vibrant and comprehensive Full Set of Phonics Flash Cards! Designed for early learners and Key Stage 1 students, these full-colour, double-sided flashcards cover all essential phonics sounds, making learning interactive and fun. This resource is perfect for classroom activities, individual practice, and group games, saving you valuable preparation time.
Features:
Comprehensive Set: Includes flashcards for all key phonics sounds, ensuring thorough coverage of phonics curriculum.
Full Colour: Bright and engaging colours capture pupils’ attention and make learning enjoyable.
Double-Sided Design: Each card features a phonics sound on one side and a corresponding words/sentence and picture on the other, reinforcing sound-word associations.
Printable: can be printed flip on short side, cut and laminated so every child has access to a set of flash cards
Versatile Use: Ideal for classroom activities, individual practice, group games, and home learning.
Benefits:
Interactive Learning: Makes phonics practice fun and interactive, keeping pupils engaged and motivated.
Reinforces Learning: Double-sided design helps pupils make connections between sounds, words, and pictures, enhancing their understanding.
Flexible Resource: Suitable for various teaching activities and adaptable to different learning styles and needs.
Time-Saving: Ready-to-use flashcards save you preparation time, allowing you more time to focus on teaching.
Portable: Easy to carry and use anywhere, making it convenient for both classroom and home use.
Equip your classroom with my Full Set of Phonics Flash Cards and watch your pupils develop strong phonics skills in a fun and interactive way. Simplify your lesson planning and make phonics practice effective and enjoyable with this essential, time-saving resource!
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Handwriting Letter Formation Booklet for Early Learners & Key Stage 1
Help your students develop perfect lettering with my Handwriting Letter Formation Booklet! Designed for early learners and Key Stage 1 students, this resource provides comprehensive practice to master letter formation, ensuring a strong foundation in handwriting skills. Features all 26 letters of the alphabet so this booklet can be printed as a booklet or individual sheets as and when needed ddepending on the age of the children. Can be used as a revision sheet, a warm-up task, an early morning activity all of which can be guided or used for independent learners.
Features:
Alphabet Practice: Includes pages for each letter of the alphabet, both uppercase and lowercase, with guided lines and arrows to show proper formation.
Fun Activities: Engaging exercises like tracing, connecting the dots, and freehand writing to reinforce letter formation in a fun and interactive way.
Identify the letter sound by colouring in the objects beginning with that letter/sound.
Draw a picture of something beginning with the letter/sound.
Basic sentence builder to help progress learners further.
Benefits:
Improved Handwriting: Consistent practice with guided instructions helps students develop neat and legible handwriting.
Fine Motor Skills: Activities strengthen fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, essential for writing.
Engaging and Fun: Interactive and enjoyable exercises keep students motivated and interested in practicing their handwriting.
Easy Integration: Ready-to-use pages that can be seamlessly incorporated into your daily lessons or used for additional practice at home.
Equip your classroom with our Handwriting Letter Formation Booklet and give your students the tools they need for handwriting success. Make learning to write a fun and rewarding experience with this essential resource for early learners and Key Stage 1 students!
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Develop Essential Skills with Phonics Word Match Worksheets!
Double sided worksheets - flip on short side to make bi-folding phonics worksheets
Enhance your students’ phonics and literacy skills with my Phonics Word Match Worksheets. These worksheets are designed to support young learners in decoding words independently, making them an excellent resource for primary school teachers looking to enrich their phonics curriculum with hands-on learning.
Key Benefits:
Comprehensive Phonics Practice: Each worksheet features all the simple sounds and a variety of CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words and decodable words. This allows students to practice decoding words independently, reinforcing their phonics knowledge and reading fluency.
Interactive Learning: The worksheets include black-and-white pictures that children can colour, promoting creativity and helping them develop fine motor skills. This dual-purpose approach engages students while they learn to match words to pictures.
Independent Learning: Designed as bi-folding worksheets, they feature letter sounds on the front, allowing students to practice writing more words with those sounds. This encourages independent learning and helps solidify their understanding of phonics.
Variety and Engagement: With 8 unique worksheets, teachers have a wealth of materials to keep students engaged and challenged. The diversity of activities ensures that learning remains fun and varied.
Time-Saving Resource: These worksheets are ready to print and use, saving teachers valuable time in lesson preparation. Integrate them into your phonics lessons effortlessly to support student learning.
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Decodable Phonetic Stories with Map-It-Out Writing Activities
Transform your literacy lessons with our Decodable Phonetic Stories with Map-It-Out Writing Activities! This innovative resource is designed for EYFS students, providing simple, easy-to-decode phonetic passages that build confidence and foundational reading skills. Each story is paired with a map-it-out activity, where children remember the sentence in their heads and then write it out, reinforcing both memory and writing skills.
Benefits:
Easy-to-Decode Passages: Crafted for early readers, our phonetic stories use simple words and sounds, making reading accessible and enjoyable.
Memory and Writing Practice: The map-it-out activities encourage children to visualize, remember, and write sentences, enhancing their cognitive and writing abilities.
Engaging Content: Fun and relatable stories capture the interest of young learners, keeping them motivated and eager to participate.
Time-Saving for Teachers: Ready-to-use passages and activities reduce your preparation time, allowing you to focus on teaching.
Example:
Story: “The sun is up. The cat is on the mat.”
Activity: “Map it out – Remember ‘The sun is up.’ Write it here: _______.” in the workbook.
Equip your classroom with our Decodable Phonetic Stories and Map-It-Out Writing Activities and watch your students thrive. This resource not only makes reading and writing fun but also supports essential literacy development in an effective, engaging way. Make learning to read and write a joyful journey for your students with this comprehensive resource!
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Encourage Independent Reading with 25 Map-It-Out Decodable Stories!
Unlock the world of reading for your early learners with this collection of 25 Decodable Stories. Perfect for primary school teachers and home educators, these stories are designed to promote independent reading by focusing on simple sounds and consonant blends.
Key Benefits:
Phonics-Based Learning: Each story is carefully crafted to reinforce specific phonics sounds and consonant blends, enabling students to decode words effectively. This approach helps build a strong foundation in reading skills and enhances fluency.
Interactive and Engaging: These printable stories provide an interactive experience, allowing children to draw on the pages and identify words and sounds. This hands-on approach reinforces learning and makes reading more engaging and enjoyable.
Supports Independent Reading: With simple vocabulary and clear sentence structures, these stories are ideal for encouraging students to read on their own. They help build confidence and foster a sense of achievement in young readers.
Creative Expression: The printable format allows students to illustrate the stories themselves, promoting creativity and personal connection to the material. This dual focus on reading and drawing makes learning both educational and fun.
Versatile Resource: Suitable for classroom use, homework assignments, or extra practice at home, these stories are a flexible addition to any literacy program. They can be used for guided reading sessions or as independent learning tools.
Ready-to-Use: Save time with this easy-to-print resource that fits seamlessly into your teaching plans. Simply print the stories and let your students explore the joy of reading and creative expression.
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Empower your early readers with “More Map It Out Decodable Stories,” a collection of 30 engaging tales designed to promote independent reading and reinforce phonics skills. Perfect for primary school teachers and home educators, these stories provide a fun and effective way to practice decoding while fostering a love for reading.
Key Benefits:
Phonics-Focused: Each story is carefully crafted to emphasize specific phonics sounds, helping students decode words and improve their reading fluency. This systematic approach ensures that learners build strong foundational skills as they progress through the stories.
Independent Learning: With simple vocabulary and clear sentence structures, these stories encourage students to read on their own, boosting their confidence and nurturing a sense of accomplishment.
Printable Resource: Children can then underline, write, draw on these printable stories without damaging reading books.
Engaging Content: The collection features 30 unique and captivating stories that spark imagination and keep young readers motivated. Each tale is designed to captivate their interest and encourage a lifelong love of reading.
Versatile Resource: These stories can be used in a variety of settings, from guided reading groups to independent study, making them a flexible addition to any literacy program. They are perfect for classroom use or as take-home readers for extra practice.
Time-Saving Solution: Ready to use and easy to integrate into your teaching plans, these stories save you time and effort in preparing reading materials. Simply print and distribute to provide immediate learning opportunities for your students.
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Enhance Early Reading with 30 Map It Out Decodable Stories!
Includes a basic reading comprehension question for each story and Map It Out Comprehension Workbook so children can begin with some basic sentences and words to show their understanding of the text being read. Can do this with support or as guided reading session for early learners.
Ignite a love for reading in your early learners with “30 Map It Out Decodable Stories,” a resource designed to develop independent reading skills and foster comprehension. Perfect for primary school teachers and home educators, this collection supports students in decoding words, understanding text, and beginning to write with confidence.
Key Benefits:
Phonics-Based Decoding: Each of the 30 decodable stories focuses on phonics patterns and consonant blends, making it easier for students to practice decoding and recognize words. This targeted approach builds a strong foundation in reading skills.
Comprehension Check: Each story is paired with reading comprehension questions, allowing students to demonstrate their understanding and think critically about the text. This feature helps gauge their grasp of the material and reinforces learning.
Writing Support: The resource includes activities that guide children in writing simple, basic sentences with support. This encourages them to apply their reading skills in writing, fostering both literacy and composition skills.
Interactive Workbook: The printable workbook offers engaging exercises and prompts for students to complete, integrating reading and writing practice. It serves as a valuable tool for reinforcing learning and tracking progress.
Versatile Use: Suitable for classroom instruction, guided reading sessions, or at-home practice, this resource provides flexible options for integrating reading comprehension and writing activities into your teaching routine.
Time-Saving Solution: With ready-to-use stories and a comprehensive workbook, this resource saves teachers valuable preparation time, allowing you to focus more on teaching and less on creating materials.
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