Phonics & Word Study in IB PYP Grade 1 Language
Phonics & Word Study is part of IB PYP Grade 1 Language. At this emerging stage (ages 6–7), learners work on hearing and saying the sounds in words, matching letters to the sounds they make and blending sounds to read simple words.
PYP learning is inquiry-based: children explore ideas through questions, play and real-life examples, so worksheets and games here are designed to be short, clear and encouraging.
What learners practise
- Hearing and saying the sounds in words
- Matching letters to the sounds they make
- Blending sounds to read simple words
- Learning common words by sight
For students
Work through the worksheets and interactive activities at your own pace. Check your answers, then redo anything that felt tricky and explain each answer in your own words.
For parents
Sit with your child for the first few questions and ask “how do you know?”. Praise effort and keep sessions short.
For teachers
Use phonics & word study activities as a starter, homework or retrieval practice, and mix free and premium resources to differentiate.
Read a little every day and talk about what you read. Retelling a story or an argument in your own words builds comprehension and vocabulary.
Quick answers
Who is the Phonics & Word Study page for?
It is for IB PYP Grade 1 Language learners, typically aged 6–7, and for the parents and teachers who support them.
Are phonics & word study resources free?
Many are. Each resource shows a clear Free or price label, so you can start with the free ones and add premium resources when you need more practice.
How should I use these resources?
Pick one resource, complete it without help first, then check and correct. Repeating this little and often is more effective than one long session.
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