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Valentine’s Phase 5 Tricky Words

Valentine’s-themed phonics activity for Reception and Year 1. Practise Phase 5 common exception words by matching letter hearts to word cards—fun, hands-on learning!

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day while developing essential early reading skills with this engaging phonics activity for Reception and Year 1 children. Designed for Phase 5 phonics, this hands-on resource helps young learners practise recognising and reading common exception words. Children select a word card and match the corresponding letter hearts to spell out each word, combining fun, interactive play with purposeful learning. Perfect for classroom or home use, this activity supports independent reading, fine motor development, and a love of literacy. With its seasonal Valentine’s theme, early reading practice becomes both memorable and enjoyable for young learners.Read more

Celebrate Valentine’s Day while developing essential early reading skills with this engaging phonics activity for Reception and Year 1 children. Designed for Phase 5 phonics, this hands-on resource helps young learners practise recognising and reading common exception words. Children select a word card and match the corresponding letter hearts to spell out each word, combining fun, interactive play with purposeful learning. Perfect for classroom or home use, this activity supports independent reading, fine motor development, and a love of literacy. With its seasonal Valentine’s theme, early reading practice becomes both memorable and enjoyable for young learners.

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