I SPY! Phonics Jars

Say it. Segment it. Write it!

We want children to become confident, independent writers. But we also know that getting from hearing the sounds to writing the word isn't always straightforward!

Sometimes they just need a little support to get started.

That's exactly why I created my I SPY! Phonics Jars!

A simple, engaging resource designed to help children practise identifying sounds, segmenting words and applying their phonics to writing.

Here's how they work...

SPOT IT! Look inside the jar and choose a picture.

SAY IT! Say the word aloud.

SEGMENT IT! Listen carefully for the sounds in the word.

WRITE IT! Use the accompanying recording jar to write the word.

The jars include carefully chosen letter prompts and word-family patterns to support children who aren't quite ready to tackle the writing independently.

What's included?

• Illustrated I Spy jars featuring CVC word families.

• Mixed CVC word jars to encourage children to apply their phonics across different words.

• Helpful letter prompts to support early writing.

• A printable recording jar for children to write their answers.

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Perfect for:

Adult-led phonics activities

Independent continuous provision

Writing areas and phonics stations

Small-group interventions

Revisiting and consolidating taught sounds

And the best bit? Children can return to the jars again and again, gradually becoming less reliant on the prompts as their confidence grows.

Because sometimes it's the smallest steps, with the right support, that make the biggest difference.

Download, print, laminate and let the children get spotting, segmenting and writing!

Mr Mac