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Phonics Patterns

What are phonics patterns? Phonics patterns are common letter combinations found in words with often predictable relationships to spoken sounds. We teach students common phonics patterns so that they can learn the code for reading and writing.

New to teaching phonics? Start with our step-by-step skill explainer on short vowels.

Looking for teaching materials? Explore all our resources for teaching phonics patterns below.

Teacher supports students during small group phonics instruction using word cards as part of teaching grammar rules.
Photo by Ming Lai

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