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Long i Sound Work

Looking for a fun and effective way to teach your Grade 1 and Grade 2 students the long i sound?
We’re excited to share the “Long I Sound Work” worksheet—a two-page free phonics activity designed to help students master the long i sound across five common spellings:

  • i (as in find)

  • ie (as in pie)

  • igh (as in night)

  • y (as in cry)

  • i_e (as in time)

This worksheet is packed with engaging activities that will support reading, spelling, and phonemic awareness.

 

Why Teach the Long I Sound Spellings?

Understanding the different spellings for the long i sound helps students:

  • Improve spelling accuracy – They can recognise and choose the correct phoneme in writing.

  • Boost reading fluency – It becomes easier for them to decode unfamiliar words.

  • Develop strong phonemic awareness – Essential for lifelong reading and writing skills.

 

What’s Included in the Worksheet?

The two-page “Long I Sound Work” resource includes several activities to keep students motivated:

  1. Read the Words – Read a list of long i words that use different phoneme spellings.

  2. Colour the Words – Students colour-code words based on how the long i sound is spelled.

  3. Draw the Words – Kids create drawings to match some of the words, reinforcing meaning.

  4. Write Sentences – Students select a word and use it in a complete, meaningful sentence.

  5. Shape Sort Activity – Students match each word to a shape outline to strengthen visual word recognition.

 

How to Use the Worksheet

  • Classroom Warm-up – Read the words together and discuss the different long i spellings.

  • Independent Practice – Let students work through colouring, drawing, and writing activities on their own.

  • Small Group Work – Perfect for phonics groups needing targeted practice.

  • Home Reinforcement – Ideal for homework or as a handy review tool.

Just print and go—no preparation required!

 

Why You’ll Love It

  • Highly engaging – A variety of tasks keep students focused and interested.

  • Multi-sensory learning – Combines reading, writing, and visual activities for deeper learning.

  • Flexible – Perfect for classroom lessons, intervention groups, or homeschooling.

  • Free and easy to use – Like all Smart Boarding School resources, it’s 100% free to download and use.

 

Download Your Free “Long I Sound Work” Worksheet Today!

Ready to build your students’ confidence with long i sounds? Click the button below to download the free “Long I Sound Work” worksheet and bring some extra fun and focus to your next phonics lesson!


Happy teaching—and thank you for supporting strong literacy skills with Smart Boarding School’s free resources!

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