
This 4-page printable resource helps children explore 30 words containing the “ow” letter pattern, featuring both common pronunciations:
– The long ‘o’ sound as in snow, grow, show
– The ‘ow’ sound as in down, crown, frown
By including a mix of these sound types, children learn to recognise how the same spelling can represent different sounds in English.
Page 1: Full-colour symbol grid with 30 “ow” words shown using licensed Boardmaker symbols to support reading, speech, and visual understanding.
Page 2: Black-and-white version of the grid for visual scanning, word spotting, and optional colouring tasks.
Page 3: Writing activity – children list all the “ow” words they find in the grid, encouraging sound awareness, recall, and handwriting.
Page 4: Answer sheet with all 30 target words clearly listed for self-checking or teacher guidance.
This resource is perfect for KS1 and SEND learners and supports:
• Phonics and sound pattern recognition
• Spelling and vocabulary development
• Reading fluency
• Independent and supported literacy practice
Great for classroom phonics groups, literacy stations, or home learning support.
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