Alphabet Letter Fluency Grids - Free Practice for Letter Naming
Phonics
Download free alphabet fluency grids for timed letter naming practice. Includes Aa–Zz and word-building sequence options to support small-group instruction and DIBELS readiness.
This free download includes Alphabet Letter Fluency Grids designed to build automaticity with letter naming and prepare students for assessments like DIBELS. These simple, effective practice sheets are perfect for daily warm-ups, small-group instruction, or intervention.
Two versions are included to match your instructional scope and sequence:
Unit 1: Aa–Zz alphabetical order
Unit 2: Word-building order aligned to Guided Phonics + Beyond Unit 2 letter sequence
Students can read letters aloud for one minute while teachers observe progress and accuracy. Optional sand timers add excitement and structure, but the grids can also be used in a low-pressure, confidence-building setting.
Use these fluency grids to support:
Daily phonics warm-ups
Progress monitoring
Small-group intervention
Assessment readiness
Fluent letter naming is a strong predictor of early reading success. These grids help students move from slow, effortful recognition to fast, automatic recall—making decoding smoother and more efficient.
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Tara West
Teacher-Author
Tara West is a dedicated educator and the founder of Little Minds at Work, an educational platform designed to provide teachers with creative and engaging resources for early childhood education. With a focus on developing innovative lesson plans, classroom strategies, and activities, Tara brings her passion for teaching to life, empowering teachers to foster meaningful learning experiences for their students.
