Practice blending initial sounds with a St. Patrick's Day-themed word sort! Scholars read 20 word cards, organize them by initial blends, and write their findings on a corresponding activity.    

Concepts

initial blends, st. patrick's day, Holidays, blending sounds, phonics, phonemes, phonemic awareness

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Copy word cards on cardstock paper and laminate for extended use 
• Place the worksheet in a plastic sheet protector and have learners write on it with washable marker 
• Send a set of cards and a worksheet home to provide pupils with extra practice outside of school 

Classroom Considerations

• Assumes class members are able to read initial blends

Pros

• Colorful word cards boost engagement 
• Four-leaf clovers add a festive touch to the worksheet

Cons

• None

Common Core

RF.1.2.b