Speech and language
Before children can read, they need to hear that words are made of smaller parts: syllables and sounds. This is phonological awareness, and it grows through play — clapping syllables, finding the first sound, naming pictures. The sheets work at home, in preschool and as homework from a speech therapist.
Each picture has a small label for the adult so you know which word to use. Speak clearly and slowly; rather than correcting, simply repeat the word correctly.
Worksheet types
Count the syllablesName the picture, clap the syllables and colour one box per syllable. Supports phonological awareness. Answer key included. A4.12 worksheets
First soundName the picture and circle the letter it starts with. Practises sound awareness and letter–sound links. Answer key included. A4.12 worksheets
Picture naming cardsPicture cards with words for naming games, speech practice and vocabulary building. A4.12 worksheets
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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.