We have created a selection of Kaleidocycles, that you can print off to use in your class!
Kaleidocycles are made out of paper or card and display four different images as you cycle through each one. We’ve used these ideas to create some which can help children with blending; cycling through three different letter sounds, with the picture for the word that has been spelt shown on the fourth cycle. It’s a fun way to practice, and can be an exciting – albeit, admittedly tricky for very young children – activity to make in class.
You can download any of our kaleidocycles by clicking the links below, or alternatively head over to www.foldplay.com to create your own: just upload your four images and away you go! The video at the bottom of this page gives guidance for how to make your kaleidocycle, or you can go straight to our YouTube channel here.
Word Search Challenges
These word search challenges are perfect for supporting your child with their letter sounds whilst building their vocabulary.
Little Word Books Flyer
The Little Word Books have a very carefully controlled vocabulary and are specifically designed for children who are learning to read and write with Jolly Phonics.
Jolly Phonics Finger Puppets
These wonderful finger puppets are a brilliant way to encourage children to learn to read and write!
Letter Sound Box
This Letter-Sound Box, developed by Jolly Author Sue Lloyd, is perfect for helping children who may have a weak memory and need extra practice of the letter sounds that have been taught.
Letter Sounds and Alternative Spellings List
The Letter Sound and Alternative Spellings lists give you a helpful breakdown of the letter sound knowledge and alternative spellings of letter sounds in the six levels of the Jolly Readers.
What is Jolly Phonics?
Whether you are a parent, teacher or student, these useful information sheets will give you a detailed explanation of the Jolly Phonics programme and the literacy skills it teaches.
Crossword Challenge
This crossword challenge is perfect for developing your child’s pencil skills as well as their problem-solving skills.
Jolly Phonics Readers And Book Bands
This handy 2-page leaflet gives vital information on the Jolly Phonics Readers and how they fit in with non-decodable reading schemes and the book bands.
Group Three Letter Sounds
Listen to the Group Three Letter Sounds of Jolly Phonics, spoken in British English. Perfect for parents, teachers and children who aren't sure how to pronounce the letter sounds.
Handy Tricky Word Lists
This Handy Tricky Word list gives you a helpful breakdown of the Tricky Words in the six levels of the Jolly Readers.
