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/or/ Sound Work

Are you looking for a fun and effective resource to teach the /or/ sound to your Grade 1 and Grade 2 students?
We’re excited to introduce the “OR Sound Work” worksheet—a two-page free phonics resource designed to help students confidently recognise and use the different spellings of the /or/ sound:

  • or (as in fork)

  • ore (as in store)

  • au (as in cause)

  • aw (as in claw)

  • al (as in talk)

This engaging activity will support your students in building essential phonics skills through a variety of fun tasks.

 

Why Teach the /or/ Sound Spellings?

Teaching the /or/ sound with its different spellings helps students:

  • Improve decoding and spelling – Students learn how the /or/ sound can be represented in multiple ways.

  • Boost reading fluency – Recognising common vowel combinations helps with faster, smoother reading.

  • Enhance phonemic awareness – Understanding different spelling patterns strengthens overall literacy development.

 

What’s Included in the Worksheet?

The “or Sound Work” resource offers a range of activities to reinforce learning:

  1. Read the Words – Students read a list of words containing or, ore, au, aw, and al.

  2. Colour the Words – Students colour-code the words based on their spelling pattern.

  3. Draw the Words – Students create drawings to represent the words they have read.

  4. Write Sentences – Students select words and use them in full sentences.

  5. Shape Sort Activity – Students match words to their letter shapes, helping to reinforce spelling recognition.

 

How to Use the Worksheet

  • Whole-Class Phonics Lesson – Read through the words together and highlight the different spellings.

  • Independent Practice – Students complete the activities independently to consolidate their learning.

  • Small Group Work – Focus sessions to support students needing extra help with the /or/ sound.

  • Homework Extension – Send the worksheet home for additional practice.

No preparation is needed—just print and go!

 

Why You’ll Love It

  • Hands-on and engaging – A variety of activities keeps students interested and motivated.

  • Supports all learning styles – Incorporates visual, auditory, and kinesthetic tasks.

  • Flexible use – Great for classroom phonics lessons, literacy centers, or homeschooling.

  • Free download – Like all Smart Boarding School resources, this worksheet is free and ready to use!

 

Download Your Free “OR Sound Work” Worksheet Today!

Bring excitement to your phonics lessons with this fun and effective worksheet!
Click the button below to download the free “or Sound Work” worksheet and support your students in mastering the /or/ sound with confidence.

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