Letter formation Set 3 Phonics

Phonics Letter Formation – Set 3 Sounds | Printable Handwriting Worksheets

A collection of 17 Set 3 phonics letter formation worksheets designed to help children develop their handwriting skills, phonics knowledge and letter recognition through simple, structured tracing activities.

Each worksheet focuses on an individual phonics sound, providing children with opportunities to practise forming letters, digraphs and trigraphs before applying their skills to writing corresponding words.

What’s Included?

17 printable worksheets covering Set 3 phonics sounds.

Includes: ea, oi, a-e, i-e, o-e, u-e, aw, are, ur, er, ow, ai, oa, ew, ire, ear and ure.

Large phonics sounds to support recognition and accurate letter formation.

Light grey letters for children to trace and practise independently.

Corresponding words to practise handwriting and reinforce phonics knowledge.

Clear, uncluttered layouts designed to minimise distractions and support accessibility.

Black-and-white worksheets suitable for cost-effective printing.

Learning Objectives

• Develop accurate letter formation and handwriting skills.
• Recognise and identify Set 3 phonics sounds.
• Strengthen letter-sound correspondence.
• Practise writing words containing targeted phonics sounds.
• Develop pencil control and fine motor coordination.
• Build confidence and independence in early writing.

Suitable For

• EYFS and KS1 learners
• SEN and additional learning needs
• Home education and private tutoring
• Phonics interventions
• Handwriting practice
• Individual and small-group activities

How to Use

Simply print the worksheets and encourage children to identify and say the target phonics sound before tracing the large letters.

Children can then practise writing the corresponding words at the bottom of each sheet, reinforcing both letter formation and phonics knowledge.

For repeated use, laminate the worksheets or place them inside reusable dry-wipe pockets.

A simple, accessible and versatile resource that combines Set 3 phonics learning with essential handwriting practice.

Perfect for classroom teaching, home learning and targeted literacy interventions.