SP or PS? Letter Reversal Spelling and Reading Worksheets for dyslexia

SP or PS Confusion — Dyslexia Support Worksheets

I made this resource for a dyslexic pupil who was flipping sp and ps in both reading and spelling — writing crips instead of crisp, waps instead of wasp. This pupil was not a new reader, but the flipping was persisting.

This is a typical dyslexic confusion, and an easy one to overlook, because both are used. I could not find a suitable worksheet, so I made seven to do the job!

How to use:

The differentiated pack targets sp and ps endings systematically, starting with recognition and building towards independent writing. Work through the pages in order — each one prepares the child for the next. One page per session works better than tackling the pack in one sitting.

Who is it for?

Dyslexic learners at any grade and any child who reverses or confuses letter patterns. It works in one-to-one tuition, small intervention groups, or as a supported classroom activity. Sits neatly within a broader phonics or spelling program.

What's included — 5 worksheets, 5 pages:

Page 1 + 2 — Read a short story featuring Frank and Jack, two workmen in a village. Underline every sp word. This is a low-pressure activity to reduce stress. There are 2 differentiated stories.

Page 2 — Cut and sort word cards into two columns: sp or ps. Uses the plurals rule the child already knows — if s means more than one, it comes last.

Page 3 — A second Frank and Jack story containing both sp and ps words. Underline and record the target words. There are 2 differentiated stories.

Page 4 — Sentences with the final two letters missing. Sp or ps? Unambiguous sentences keep the focus on the spelling pattern, not the meaning.

Page 5 — A picture prompt of Frank and Jack. Children write their own sentences using a provided word bank. Consolidates everything.

Special features:

• Teacher's notes

• Word lists for SP and some common PS words

• PS word meanings provided

• All pages are set in Dyslexic Font with wide line spacing. Print on cream paper for best results.

What is included?

1 PDF

5 pages