Description

Direct Instruction sound cards are helpful when teaching in a DI kindergarten and DI reading intervention setting. This packet includes lowercase letter cards with and without handwriting prompts, a handwriting line for teachers to demonstrate handwriting, and the letter “a” in both DI and ball-and-stick styles to accommodate DI Signatures Kindergarten and Transitions Kindergarten curriculum.

✅ This Packet Includes:

• Number of Pages: 17 printable pages in total.
• Format: 2 formats to choose from (with or without handwriting prompts)
• Letter Case: Lowercase letters only.
• Sounds Covered: Sounds from a-z, including long vowels (such as a, e, i, o, u with their long sounds like “ā,” “ē,” etc.) and digraphs (ch, sh, th, wh).
• Handwriting Demo Page: A printable handwriting demonstration page, featuring a headline, waistline, and footline, is included. This helps students see the expectations of line placement.

▶️ How to Use:

I use these cards daily in my instruction! Here are a few examples…

1. Mystery Sound: Each time I introduce a new sound, the corresponding letter card goes into the “mystery sound box” (a tissue box decorated with colorful paper and question marks). Playing up the new sound builds anticipation and students have a good time predicting what sound it might be.
2. Spelling: After students have spelled a word, I quickly build the word on my magnet board for a “quick check”. This provides an opportunity for students to correct errors and gain a stronger skillset.
3. Handwriting Directions: I keep each sound card on my whiteboard once the letter has been introduced. This provides me with the support I need to demonstrate proper letter formation.