Initial Sounds Screening Test: Phonic Test

Initial sounds Phonics Test

This is a fun test to find out whether children can hear the initial, or beginning sound of words, or not. The test requires the teacher to ask: What sound does _____ begin with? The child has bright colourful pictures on each of the three pages and plenty of space to record his/her answer next to each picture.

Who is the Initial Sounds Phonics Test for?

This test is for anyone who teaches the initial sounds to children, be that Pre-K, K, ESL, EFL, Private tutors, home educators, or parents at home.

Full instructions as to how to administer the test are provided, including solutions in case of misidentification of pictures.

Format:

The test has a bright cover, with space for the child’s name. it also includes a quick reference chart so that the teacher can quickly see which sounds a child does not yet know.

Instructions and rationale:

Print as a booklet (A3 paper required), or print the A4 pages individually and staple them together. Full instructions are included.

Testing has got a bad name, but it is crucial that every teacher informally tests all of their pupils regularly to make sure that every child is ready for the next step. If we wish children to succeed in learning to read and spell with phonics, then we must check this very first skill thoroughly. Children will not think it is a test, with its bright pictures and appealing layout.

Testing tips:

Make sure every child can hear the initial sounds before they start to blend. Help every child succeed in reading!

During the test, speak clearly and repeat a word as often as needed. Observation of the child's response is as important as what the child records. Was there any hesitation? Did the child make any corrections? How confident did the child appear?

Included:

1 PDF

Which includes pages to make a 4-page booklet, including a cover

Teacher instructions

Size A4