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Reading comprehension: the /oi/ sound (Phase 3 phonics)
Practise the /oi/ sound with this reading comprehension – read the passage with your child and then ask them the questions that follow.
Reading comprehension: the /oo/ and /oo/ sound (Phase 3 phonics)
Practise spotting words with ‘oo’ in them with this reading comprehension. Read the passage with your child and then ask them the questions that follow.
Reading comprehension: the /ow/ sound (Phase 3 phonics)
Practise the /ow/ sound with this reading comprehension – read the passage with your child and then ask them the questions that follow.
Phonics taster pack
Introduce your child to phonics sounds with TheSchoolRun's FREE Phonics taster pack. You'll find phonics sounds mats and five games to play with Reception and Year 1 children, all designed to boost their confidence with phonics learning and help them practise their skills the fun way.
Spelling list for Reception
Here is a list of words that cover the spelling rules children are expected to learn by the end of Reception. How many can you spell?
Long vowel sounds 'i' and 'o'
Long vowels are vowel sounds that are pronounced for a longer time than short vowels. They can change the meaning of words. In the word bit, the vowel 'i' is short, but in bite, it's a long vowel sound. Use this worksheet to practice long vowel sounds 'i' and 'o' and consolidate your child's phonics learning at home.
The long vowel 'u'
Long vowels are vowel sounds that are pronounced for a longer time than short vowels. In the word cut, the vowel 'i' is short, but in cute, it's long. Use this worksheet to practice the long vowel sounds 'u' and consolidate your child's phonics learning at home.
Long vowel sounds 'a' and 'e'
A long vowel is pronounced for a longer time than a short vowel sound. In the word mat, the vowel 'a' is short, but in mate, it's long. Use this worksheet to practise the long vowel sounds 'a' and 'e' and consolidate your child's phonics learning at home.
Short vowel sounds worksheet
A short vowel sound is pronounced for a shorter time than a long vowel sound. For instance, in the word fat, the vowel 'a' is short, but in fate, it's long. Use this worksheet to practise short vowel sounds and consolidate your child's phonics learning at home.