No matter what curriculum you’re working with, phonics instruction in the primary grades is a big undertaking—and starting the year strong makes all the difference.
One of the most effective ways I launch phonics each year is with a Letter Sounds Bootcamp. I usually dedicate most of September to reviewing the alphabet and letter sounds, especially to support students who didn’t quite solidify those skills in kindergarten. Whether it’s due to the summer slide or just needing a little more exposure, this kind of focused review helps lay the groundwork for success with CVC words and beyond.
And now, I’m excited to bring a new, ready-to-use series into the mix:
👉 Print and Go Alphabet – the perfect tool for reinforcing letter sound mastery with minimal prep and maximum impact.
Why A Letter Sound Bootcamp Works
Even if your students learned letter sounds in kindergarten, many still need consistent exposure and reinforcement to move those sounds from short-term memory into long-term recall. This is essential for fluency, decoding, and writing.
Whether you’re teaching first grade or supporting older students who need intervention, a bootcamp paired with the Print and Go Alphabet set offers targeted, daily practice that helps all students build confidence and skill—without overwhelming them or you.
Inside the Print ‘n’ Go Alphabet
Let’s walk through what is included in this new and engaging resource. It’s a flexible toolkit that covers core phonics skills while giving students opportunities to trace, read, write, and identify letter sounds. All of these resources can be used paper/pencil or be placed in a wrei
1 – Alphabet Tracing
Students can practice letter recognition & formation all at once. They’re an easy way to build fine motor skills and give extra practice to students who need it—plus, they’re great for centers or quiet work time
(image of this page – found here https://www.dropbox.com/work/All%20Students%20Can%20Shine/Products/Phonics%20Curriculum/Print%20and%20Go/Alphabet)
2 – Beginning Sounds
In this exercise, students will choose the correct beginning sound out of three options. Try this with a small group, independent center or as a quick assessment.
3 – Find the Word
In this “Find the Word” activity, students will practice matching words to pictures, with an emphasis on recognizing the first letter.
(Image of this page – found here https://www.dropbox.com/work/All%20Students%20Can%20Shine/Products/Phonics%20Curriculum/Print%20and%20Go/Alphabet)
4 – Which Doesn’t Fit?
Which of these pictures does not have the same beginning sound as the others? That is the question students will be answering in this activity.
(Image of this page – found here https://www.dropbox.com/work/All%20Students%20Can%20Shine/Products/Phonics%20Curriculum/Print%20and%20Go/Alphabet)
5 – Assessments & Student Data Booklet
If you are looking for data to inform your instruction, or need a measure of student understanding, these print ‘n’ go assessments have everything you need. Use these quick assessments to create small groups or plan the week ahead.
(image of this here: https://www.dropbox.com/work/All%20Students%20Can%20Shine/Products/Phonics%20Curriculum/Print%20and%20Go/Alphabet)
No Prep time? No Problem!
The Print ‘n’ Go activity sets are so great for flexible use. Use it with your class for homework, extra practice, center activities, assessments and more!
(collage of the print ‘n’ go resources)
Get Your Kids Ready for Reading with Customizable Phonics Instruction
I’ve got another set that lets you focus on flexibility; Reading Warm-ups that are not only available in both Print and Digital formats, but come with editable pages that you can alter to meet your specific curriculum and classroom needs.
- Letter sounds:
- Lowercase
- Uppercase
- Mixed
- Digraphs:
- Beginning
- Ending
- Mixed
- Trigraphs
- Long vowels
- R-Controlled Vowels
- Diphthongs
Building our students’ phonics skills takes routine, repetition, flexibility, and lots of different ways to practice. Consider a Letter Sounds Bootcamp to get the ball rolling the right way this year!
