Phase 3 Phonics Lesson: ur, ow, oi, ear
Strengthen pupils’ knowledge of vowel digraphs with this engaging Phase 3 phonics lesson focusing on ur, ow, oi, and ear. Through interactive slides and structured activities, children will practise reading and spelling words using these key digraphs. This resource is fully aligned with the updated 2021 Letters and Sounds progression and supports consistent phonics teaching across EYFS and Year 1.
This Phase 3 phonics PowerPoint offers clear modelling, oral blending opportunities and spelling practice. Pupils will explore how these digraphs appear in a range of decodable words, helping them build fluency and confidence in applying their phonics knowledge.
What’s included?
- Focused teaching on ur, ow, oi, and ear digraphs
- Interactive blending and segmenting activities
- Decodable reading and spelling practice using target sounds
- High-frequency and tricky word reinforcement
- Slides mapped to the 2021 Letters and Sounds phonics progression
Teaching Tip
Draw attention to the different pronunciations of ow (as in ‘cow’) and oi (as in ‘coin’) by saying them aloud and encouraging children to stretch and bounce the sounds. Use picture cues to support understanding.
This Phase 3 phonics lesson provides a consistent and engaging way to revisit and embed key vowel digraphs. Ideal for daily phonics, small group work, or targeted intervention.
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