Download a free set of nonfiction sound mapping flashcards and posters. Covers alphabet sounds, CVC, digraphs, blends, and more – SOR aligned.
This free download offers a robust set of nonfiction-based mapping cards and flashcards that are perfect for phonics instruction aligned to the Science of Reading. Use the cards during whole-group lessons, small-group practice, or as a center for independent decoding. Each mapping card includes built-in Elkonin boxes for sound-by-sound segmentation and supports word reading with real-life photographic visuals.
Covers alphabet sounds, CVC words, digraphs, blends, CVCE words, r-controlled vowels, and vowel teams
Use the posters as alphabet strips, anchor charts, or wall visuals
Includes real nonfiction photos to support vocabulary and sound-picture connections
Integrated green means go font supports handwriting and letter formation
Print flashcards using 4:1 or 6:1 scale for small-group use
🖨️ Print Tip: Open the file in Adobe Reader, click Multiple, and select 4 or 6 pages per sheet to print as flashcards and conserve paper
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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.