Lesson 1 of 8 of Short "a" Words - Lessons are structured sequentially to be used in order.

This printable lesson helps young learners master the “at” word family with a structured, phonics-based approach.

Designed by a certified reading specialist, this resource includes everything you need to teach beginning readers how to read short “a” words confidently—through play, practice, and repetition.

Perfect for:

• Homeschooling parents
• K–1 teachers
• Interventionists & reading tutors

What’s Included:

• Word formation activity
• 4 phonics games (Cup Game, Flip Cards, Match Game, Cut-Up Words)
• Practice word lists & sentence reading
• Short story: The Cats
• “b” vs “d” letter confusion tips
• Final word check + tracking sheet

Ideal for building early reading skills, decoding, and confidence—one vowel at a time.