Cross out the sound phonics worksheet

Cross Out the Sound – Phonics Activity Worksheet

Make phonics practice fun and focused with this Cross Out the Sound activity — perfect for helping children identify, recognise, and read target sounds within words.

Pupils look carefully at each word, spot the ones containing the focus sound, and cross them out. This simple yet effective task reinforces sound recognition, blending, and segmenting skills, supporting fluency and accuracy in early reading.

Perfect for:

Whole-class phonics sessions

Small-group interventions

Morning work or independent tasks

Home learning or homework packs

What’s included:

“Cross Out the Sound” worksheets for differentiated ability

This resource keeps phonics simple, engaging, and purposeful, helping children consolidate their understanding of specific graphemes while building confidence and fluency in reading.