Build strong early literacy foundations with this engaging and versatile set of rhyme recognition board games, designed to support phonological awareness and phonics development in early years classrooms. Perfect for EYFS, Kindergarten and Year 1, this resource helps students confidently identify, recognise and work with rhyming words through hands-on learning.

This comprehensive 49-page pack includes a range of differentiated board games to support all learners:

• Picture-based boards for early phonological awareness and oral language development

• Word-based boards for emerging readers

• More advanced word-only boards (including 4-word sets) to challenge capable students

Also included:

• Rhyme cards for flexible gameplay and repeated practice

• Editable boards (text only) so you can customise words to suit your phonics focus

• Student recording sheets to track progress and deepen learning

• Teacher checklist to monitor rhyme recognition and processing speed

• Clear, step-by-step instructions for easy classroom implementation

Built-in differentiation and extension:

Not only does this resource support developing learners, but it also allows you to extend more capable students. Using the student recording sheets, learners can generate and record their own rhyming words, add new words to the boards, and take ownership of their learning—making this resource both scaffolded and open-ended.

Designed with busy teachers in mind, this is a low-prep, high-impact phonics activity—simply print, laminate and reuse for ongoing literacy practice.

Perfect for:

• Literacy centres and rotations

• Small group instruction and intervention

• Phonics lessons and warm-ups

• Assessment and progress monitoring

This engaging phonics resource combines fun, differentiation and meaningful assessment, making it an essential addition to any early years classroom.