• Name the letters of the alphabet.
• English, Year 1, Phonics
• Respond speedily with the correct sound to graphemes for all 40+ phonemes, including, where applicable, alternative sounds for graphemes.
• English, Year 1, Spelling
• Spell words containing each of the 40+ phonemes already taught.
• English, Year 1, Phonics
• Read common exception words, noting unusual correspondences between spelling and sound and where these occur in the word.
• English, Year 1, Writing - Transcription
• Name the letters of the alphabet.
• The set has twenty-six blocks, each with an illustration, letter, and word from the Gruffalo story.
• Introduce children to letter sounds with these blocks. They can also compose simple words with the letters.
• Enhance early literacy skills with these engaging Gruffalo alphabet letters. Each block features a picture, letter, and word from the beloved Gruffalo stories, making learning fun and relatable. The reverse side showcases animals and objects from the books, providing visual prompts for storytelling and phonetic practice.
• In line with the Year One English curriculum, these blocks help children name the letters of the alphabet and quickly respond to graphemes for all forty-plus phonemes. They also aid in reading common exception words and noting unusual correspondences between spelling and sound, supporting phonics and spelling education effectively.
Encouraging narrative skills development, the picture side allows children to retell the Gruffalo story or create their own narratives. Crafted from sycamore maple wood, these high-quality blocks are durable and feature colourful illustrations that capture children's imaginations while supporting their educational journey.
• Combines learning sounds and alphabet letters with familiar Gruffalo characters and objects.
• Children can use to re-tell the Gruffalo story in their own words, or use as prompts to make up their own narrative.
• High-quality, wooden blocks with beautiful colourful illustrations of beloved characters.