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meaningful phonics practice without the baby words!

Phonics support for your upper elementary students who need extra practice, at their level, so they can finally become successful readers!

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Student engagement

Students will stay engaged with the variety of activities included for each phonics skill.

routines that work

Consistent practice helps students know what to expect—so they’re confident and ready to participate.

Low to no prep

Available in both print and digital formats, teachers can choose the option that best fits their routine.

what you don't need is the typical materials that are too low for their level and thus hurt their confidence.

They’re old enough to recognize when something feels “too easy”… and that’s when the real pushback starts. You’re stuck between wanting to help them and not wanting to hand them another page of CVC words and clipart cats. When students feel like the work doesn’t fit their age or ability, they disengage—and progress stalls.

Trust me, I get it! I had the same problem. Which is why I knew there had to be a better way. A way to bridge the gap between simple word work and full on grade level reading. I needed something that would…

And it needed to be perfect for upper 2nd grade through 5th grade intervention, RTI, and Tier 2 small groups.

Here's your solution

(Straight from my teacher-tested, student-approved, classroom)

30+ skill-focused pages targeting digraphs, vowel teams, diphthongs, 3-letter blends, and more
Multisyllabic words that match what students need without feeling babyish
Built-in answer keys for quick checks or independent work
No games to prep. No centers to manage. Just print and go phonics that actually works
Each lesson in print and digital formats

challenge phonics is the perfect resource for...

Small Group Instruction

Use Challenge Phonics during your guided reading or skills block for targeted practice, immediate application or Tier 2 or 3 intervetion groups.

Independent Work

These pages are great for early finishers who need meaningful tasks, literacy rotations with no extra prep, and for students who need structure while you’re teaching in small groups.

Homework

Send home phonics work that’s actually helpful and doesn’t feel babyish. Included is clear directions and consistent formats, making it easy for families to support learning at home.

Digital Practice

If you’re using Google Classroom or Seesaw, the digital version lets students type, highlight, and interact with the words digitally! Or use as a spiral review throughout the year.

don't believe me? hear from other frustrated teachers just like you

Kristyn S.

Love this resource so much! Students of all reading levels can access and are engaged in the activities with little assistance from me. Perfect for centers, skill reinforcement, and perfect for a supply teacher.

Magaly G.

Engaging students online was difficult at times glad I had this. My families absolutely loved them. Can’t wait to use them this year in person

Renee H.

This is an amazing bundle full of practice with the various skills taught during our structured literacy block. I love that the words are multisyllabic and will challenge some of my stronger students.

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