Phonics Made Fun: Decodable Digraph Silly...

Let’s face it- even though we know the importance of explicit, evidence-based phonics instruction, it can begin to feel a bit…. blah after a while. If you’re looking to liven up your phonics instruction, this Digraph Decodable Silly Sentences activity is for you. It’s the perfect combination of phonics and fun, all while making reading and writing engaging for your students.

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What Are Digraphs?

Digraphs are the ultimate teamwork in the world of phonics! These letter pairs—like sh in ship or ch in chop—combine to make a unique sound that’s entirely different from their individual letters. But here’s the tricky part: students first just master individual letter sounds, and now they’re faced with a whole new skill to learn.

Once they crack the code on digraphs though, a world of words opens up to them. This foundational skill strengthens their ability to decode more complex words, expands their vocabulary, and builds confidence in reading fluency. That’s why digraph practice isn’t just important—it’s essential.

Decodable Digraph Silly Sentences Prep

This digraph activity could not be any simpler to prep. Print off the silly sentences page for each student. There are eight lined spaces for students, but you do not need to use each one. Each student (or pair of students) will need a die to roll and create their silly sentences. 

That’s it! You’re ready to play.

Decodable Digraph Silly Sentences Activity

Working in partners or small groups (hello playful literacy centers!), students will roll the dice four times to create a sentence. On the first roll, have students write the word or phrase of the number they roll on the lines provided. Play will continue until they have rolled four times and have written a complete sentence. Once they’ve built their sentence, they will read it aloud, putting those digraph sounds to work and practicing fluency all at once. 

Each and every word on this activity is decodable, so students will be able to put their phonics skills to the test. The best part? Every roll brings a new sentence, so they can repeat again and again without repeating the same phrases!

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