Set 2 rocket word matching

Help children practise reading and recognising Set 2 phonics sounds with this fun and engaging rocket-themed matching activity! Perfect for Reception, Year 1, small group interventions, phonics provision, and independent practise. Based on Set 2 rocket matching.

Children read the word cards and match them to the correct picture rockets, reinforcing their knowledge of Set 2 sounds in a hands-on and interactive way. Words include examples containing sounds such as oo, ar, or, air, ow and ew.

What’s Included?
Rocket picture cards
Matching word cards
Set 2 phonics focus words
Print-and-go activity suitable for repeated use when laminated

Skills Developed

• Phonics application
• Reading words with Set 2 sounds
• Word-picture matching
• Early reading fluency
• Independent learning

Perfect For
Phonics lessons
Literacy centres
Morning work
Early finishers
Intervention groups
Home learning

Simply print, cut out and laminate for a durable, reusable resource that children will love. A fun way to boost confidence and fluency while practising Set 2 phonics sounds!

Suggested Setup: Place the rocket picture cards in a basket and spread the word cards across a table or tray. Children choose a rocket, identify the picture, read the words, and match the correct one to each rocket. This creates an engaging, hands-on phonics challenge that encourages independent learning.