Count the syllables
Name the picture, clap the syllables and colour one box per syllable. Supports phonological awareness. Answer key included. A4.
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Tips for parents & teachers
- 1Clap the word together slowly: “car-rot”.
- 2If clapping is hard, tap the table or jump instead.
Frequently asked questions
Do these sheets replace speech therapy?
No. They are for play and practice. If your child's speech is unclear, limited or absent, talk to a speech and language therapist — the earlier, the better.
How do we split words into syllables?
Say the word slowly and clap each beat, e.g. car-rot. The adult label shows the word, and the answer sheet shows the number of syllables.
Why no pictures starting with “sh” or “ch”?
In the first-sound activity we leave out words starting with two-letter sounds, so children focus on listening rather than spelling rules.