Finally, a phonics resource that works when Foundation students are still learning their first sounds.
These mats were created for Prep / Foundation classrooms where phonics instruction follows a clear progression (not just a vowel-sound grouped or mixed review).
Designed to be prepped once and reused all year, these mats are ideal for fast finishers after literacy groups, small group support, or targeted intervention. Students can work independently and confidently, while you continue teaching others without interruptions.
Each mat follows a simple, student-friendly routine. Students read the word, pick the matching card, and match it to the picture. There’s no guesswork, no worksheets, and no constant teacher input. Just meaningful phonics practise that fits seamlessly into your literacy block.
What sets this resource apart is its alignment to phonics progressions. Rather than a resource that you've got to sift through to find the the words and sounds your students have learnt, these mats come in 4 commonly-used progressions and grow with your class. You can maintain the same familiar routine while increasing complexity, supporting differentiation and consolidation across the year.
What am I getting?
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18 decodable mats for each of four phonics progressions (a total of almost 100 mats)
- 6 mixed-letter review mats
- Student-friendly font
- 3 different mats for each group of letters within the phonics progression
- Low-prep
- Designed to print, laminate, and reuse year after year
Phonics progressions covered:
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Progression 1: s a t p i n m d g o c k e u r b h f l j v w x y z
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Progression 2: s a t p i n m r h e d c f l g v k z y qu o u b w j
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Progression 3: m a t s i d f n p o g e h k c u b l j y v w z x
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Progression 4: m s t a p i f r o c d h e n g l k u b j w qu z v x
This resource is perfect if you’re:
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Looking for meaningful fast finisher activities that aren’t busy work
- Finding it easy to source end-of-year phonics resources, but tricky at the start
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Wanting a hands-on, independent activity that supports phonics progression AND buys you time to finish up group teaching or assessments
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Needing something that works for small groups, intervention, or consolidation
- Keen to prep once and use again and again
... this resource is for you!
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