Set 1 sound rainbow writing

Help children develop secure letter formation and sound recognition with this engaging Rainbow Set 1 Sound Writing Activity. Perfect for Reception, Year 1, phonics interventions and continuous provision, this resource provides a fun and meaningful way for children to practise writing Set 1 sounds through repetition and rainbow writing. Based on Set 1 sound writing.

Children choose a sound and write it repeatedly across the rainbow using different coloured pencils or pens. This multi-sensory approach helps reinforce sound recognition, letter formation and handwriting skills while keeping children engaged.

The resource includes Set 1 sounds such as m, a, s, d, t, i, n, p, g, o, c, k, u, b, f, e, l, h, r, j, y, v, w, z, x, sh, ch, th, ng, nk and qu.

What’s Included?
Rainbow writing templates
A range of single-letter and digraph sounds
Low-prep printable resource
Suitable for independent or small-group activities

Skills Covered
Letter formation
Sound recognition
Phonics development
Handwriting practice
Fine motor development
Sound recall

Perfect For
Phonics lessons
Literacy provision
Morning activities
Independent learning
Intervention groups
Home learning

Suggested Setup
Print the rainbow templates. Children say the sound aloud and then write it repeatedly along each section of the rainbow using different colours. Encourage children to say the sound each time they write it to reinforce phonics learning.

Why Teachers Love It
Quick and easy to prepare
Encourages repeated practice of key sounds
Supports letter formation and phonics development
Engaging and colourful activity
Suitable for independent learning
Can be reused again and again

This simple and effective resource helps children strengthen their phonics knowledge while developing letter formation and handwriting skills through a fun rainbow-themed activity.