Year 1 Common Exception Words Flashcards and Sentences
Make practising those tricky Year 1 common exception words fun, flexible and engaging with these bright and easy-to-use flashcards!
Each word is presented in a short, simple sentence, helping children recognise and read common exception words in context, rather than simply learning them in isolation. The sentences are designed to be accessible for children working around Phase 3/4 and are ideal for building confidence and reading fluency.
There are so many ways to use them!
Use them as traditional flashcards
Stick them around the classroom for a word hunt
Print two copies and play Snap
Match the common exception word to its sentence
Play Pairs
Use them for quick-fire phonics practice
Use them during small-group work or interventions
Add them to your continuous provision or reading area
Use them for a quick daily reading activity
These are a simple, low-prep resource that can be used again and again throughout the year to help children recognise, read and apply common exception words with confidence.
Perfect for Year 1 teachers, phonics sessions, intervention groups, early reading practice and home learning.
Year group: Year 1
Focus: Common Exception Words
Suitable for: Phase 3/4 readers
Format: Printable flashcards
I hope these become a useful little resource in your classroom!



