This download contains a week of planning focused on revision for the phonics screening check. Each day focuses on an aspect of the check that the children can find difficult eg spotting digraphs in words (not sounding out every letter), re-reading a word if it doesn't make sense (not changing a sound to make a different word), remembering to blend all the sounds (and not miss any out), remembering to say the word after blending the sounds, identifying when there is a digraph or if the letters have been reversed (eg 'or' versus 'r', 'o'), breaking up polysyallbic words with a hand when sounding out. Activity descriptions are included, as are powerpoints with accompanying visual resources and printable resources to use with the children.

Make targeted PSC revision fun and engaging with this 'Stepping Stones' game

This resource focuses on errors children often make in the PSC, ensuring they are well-prepared for the check whilst enjoying the revision process.

The children have to get a play person from one side of the river to the other by blending words correctly. Blending errors result in the stepping stone 'disappearing' and the person being eaten by a crocodile or alien.

What's Included in this Download:

• 16 Printable Sheets/Slides 
• Teaching notes
• Strategically Focused Content:
  • Screens 1-2: focus on a range of difficulties eg split digraphs, qu, digraphs ending in 'r'.
  • Screens 3-12: focus on common letter reversals such as 'or' & 'ro', 'ir' & 'ri', 'ar' & 'ra', 'er' & 're', and 'ur' & 'ru'.
  • Screens 13-16: focus on graphemes which have appeared less frequently in the PSC and weren’t used at all in the first 4 years. Some of these have still not been used.

Perfect for:

• Phonics Lessons: Ideal during the 'revisit & review' part of lesson Create a lively atmosphere during phonics sessions, transforming revision into a fun, interactive experience.
• Partner Work: Within or outside phonics lessons. Encourages checking of each other's blending
• Interventions: Suitable for both 1:1 and small group sessions
• Homework: A game for children will enjoy playing with family/carer, whilst developing their blending skills

Why Use This Resource:

• Makes PSC revision fun.
• Ensures revision time is used effectively to address specific errors that children often make in the PSC.
• It can be used successfully in a variety of situations (see above).

Add some festive cheer to your phonics lessons this December with this pack of 13 engaging Christmas activities - perfect for use in phonics lessons or those off-timetable moments leading up to Christmas.

There are versions of each activity for different phases. Here's the breakdown:

• Phase 1 Aspect 7: 2
• Phase 2: 9
• Phase 3: 7
• Phase 4: 5
• Phase 5a: 7
• Phase 5b: 7
• Phase 5c: 6
• Phase 6: 3
• Activities for any phase from 2-6: 2
• Editable Activities: 6

With a total of 48 ready-made activities, you're getting each for just 10p!

The resources come in PowerPoint and PDF formats. For Smart Notebook users, 6 activities are available, with PDF versions provided for 4 of them— perfect for those without the software.

Possible Uses:

• Bring a festive vibe to your phonics lessons throughout December!
• For those of you using your own phonics programme, incorporate activities during various parts of your lessons to keep engagement high.