Find the Star - or
Looking for a fun and engaging way to help students master the /or/ sound? Find the Star - or is the perfect solution! This interactive phonics game focuses on helping students recognise and read words with the /or/ sound, represented by the graphemes or, ore, au, and aw.
What is Find the Star - or?
Find the Star - or is a phonics game that challenges students to read words containing the /or/ sound and search for a hidden star. Words like fork, more,
author, and saw give students practice with different graphemes for the same sound, helping them build their phonics and decoding skills.
How to Play
To play, print and laminate word cards featuring /or/ sound words. Spread them face down or cover them, hiding a star underneath one of the cards. Students take turns reading a word, lifting the card, and checking for the star. If they find the star, they win that round! The game continues until all players have had a chance to play.
Why Use Find the Star - or?
This game is designed to reinforce the idea that the /or/ sound can be written in several ways. Students practice reading words with or, ore, au, and aw, strengthening their phonics knowledge. The game helps improve reading fluency, spelling accuracy, and phonemic awareness, all while students enjoy a fun and interactive activity.
Versatile and Perfect for Classrooms
Find the Star - or is easy to set up and works well for small groups, literacy centers, or home learning. Teachers can adapt the game by selecting simpler or more complex words to match their students’ skill levels. It’s a flexible resource that brings phonics practice to life.
Download Your Free Resource
Download your free Find the Star - or resource today and start making phonics lessons more exciting! With its simple setup and engaging gameplay, this game is an excellent addition to any phonics toolkit.
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