Decoding is the process of translating print into speech by rapidly matching a letter or combination of letters (graphemes) to their sounds (phonemes) and recognizing the patterns that make syllables and words. (Reading Horizons, 2021). This word part matching game will make your child a decoding master in no time!

What you need:

  • Scissors

  • Laminator (optional)

How to prep:

  • Cut out the word parts.

  • Laminate the cards for durability (optional).

Directions:

  1. Cut out the word parts.

  2. Match the letter cards with the pictures to spell out the words represented in the pictures. 

  3. Use the decoding strategies you know to sound out the pictures and recreate the words.