Build strong phonics foundations with our comprehensive Initial Sound Sort Activity Package. This all-in-one bundle includes 26 interactive letter-specific sorting worksheets that give students daily opportunities to identify, sort, and apply initial sounds in a hands-on, engaging format. With a full set from A to Z, you’ll be prepared to support phonemic awareness instruction all year long.

Each letter worksheet follows a consistent format that reinforces sound-symbol relationships. Students cut and sort images based on whether or not they begin with the target letter sound, building vocabulary and auditory discrimination skills along the way. The consistency of layout makes this resource easy to use independently, while the variety of visuals keeps the task fresh and fun across the alphabet.

Designed to suit whole-class instruction, small group work, literacy rotations, or independent practise, this alphabet pack gives you the tools to differentiate with confidence. Whether you're focusing on one letter per week or tailoring instruction to student needs, the Initial Sound Sort Activity Package brings structure, clarity, and creativity to your phonics program.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Recognise and identify the initial sound in spoken words
• ✅ Build sound-symbol relationships for each letter A–Z
• ✅ Develop auditory discrimination and early phonemic awareness
• ✅ Expand vocabulary and oral language through word-image association
• ✅ Strengthen fine motor skills through cutting and pasting activities

What’s Included:

• 26 letter-specific Initial Sound Sort Activities (one for each letter A–Z)
• Cut-and-paste image sheets for every letter
• Two sorting columns on each worksheet: “Starts with [Letter]” and “Does Not Start with [Letter]”
• Clear and consistent formatting across the set for easy navigation
• Print-friendly black and white design for low-prep use

Materials Needed:

• Printed worksheets and matching image sheets
• Scissors and glue sticks
• Pencils or crayons (optional for tracing, writing, or colouring)
• Folders, tubs, or envelopes to organise letter-specific materials

How to Use:

1. Choose a focus letter based on your phonics sequence or student need.
2. Review each image aloud before students begin cutting and sorting.
3. Students cut the image sheet and sort pictures into the correct columns.
4. They paste the pictures under “Starts with...” or “Does Not Start with...” accordingly.
5. Revisit previous letters over time for revision and assessment purposes.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Incorporate into your weekly letter study or sound focus
• 💡 Use as part of daily literacy rotations or a phonics warm-up station
• 💡 Send home individual letters for home practise with families
• 💡 Combine multiple letters for sorting review once several have been taught
• 💡 Keep student work in a sound portfolio for reflection and progress tracking

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Enlarge to A3 size for group tasks or younger learners who need more space
• 💛 Laminate a few master sets for reusable centre activities with Velcro dots
• 💛 Store each letter set in a labelled folder or tray for quick access during rotations
• 💛 Use as a quick check-in to reinforce sound recognition before guided reading groups

Initial Sound Sort Activity Package is the ultimate toolkit for introducing and reinforcing beginning sounds across the alphabet. With consistent formatting, engaging images, and curriculum-aligned learning outcomes, this resource will keep your phonics block hands-on, focused, and fun from A to Z!