Goal
Turn travel time into quick, playful phonics practice — no prep, no extra kit, and works just as well for a 10-minute school run as a long motorway stretch.
You'll need
- Alphabet Picture Flashcards (Uppercase)
- Digraphs & Trigraphs Flashcards
- Transport Phonics Flashcards
How to do it
Before you set off (or at a red light), choose a sound together — s, m, sh all work well. Say it a couple of times so it's in your heads.
As you drive, take turns spotting that sound: shop signs, number plates, lorry names. "Stop" has s and t and p — depending on your rules, that could be three points. First to five wins.
Use the flashcards as a reminder before you leave if needed. And yes, the driver does stay focused on the road.
Grab our resources
Print our alphabet picture flashcards (uppercase) and digraphs & trigraphs flashcards to get started.
