Read, Write, Play: 100 Easy Ways to Make Phonics Fun for Children Aged 3-7

Unlock the joy of reading and writing with Read, Write, Play, a hands-on guide featuring 100 fun and engaging activities that support children aged 3-7 on their phonics journey.

Whether you're supporting school lessons or starting at home, this book provides all the guidance you need - with no prior knowledge of phonics required. It is the perfect resource for parents, carers and educators who want to transform phonics into a playful, accessible adventure.

Children learn best through play, and every activity in this book is designed to be fun and quick to set up, using just 10 common household items like paper cups and craft sticks. These multi-sensory and adaptable activities cater to all learning styles, making phonics enjoyable and rewarding for every child.

Covering all six phases of the phonics curriculum, it starts with pre-reading skills and progresses to advanced topics like irregular plurals and suffixes. Clear explanations and tailored activities ensure children can build their skills confidently at their own pace.

Phonics doesn't have to be daunting. With Read, Write, Play, it can be playful, memorable and even magical.

Author: Sophie David
Publisher: Hachette Mobius
Published: 09/02/2025
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 2.29lbs
Size: 9.84h x 7.95w x 0.87d
ISBN13: 9781472149909
ISBN10: 1472149904
BISAC Categories:
- Education | Teaching | Subjects | Reading & Phonics
- Family & Relationships | Parenting | General
- Education | Parent Participation

About the Author
Sophie David is the founder of Little Happy Learners, a proud mother of three and author of How to Create Little Happy Learners.

With over ten years' experience in education, Sophie David wants to change the way that children learn. As an EYFS teacher, Sophie was able to explore how children learn best through play and how they develop their confidence and desire to learn through experiences. Sophie furthered her love of education when becoming a parent.

As a parent, Sophie has continued to develop her own children's love of learning through play and in 2019, launched an online platform to encourage other parents to play and learn alongside their children. Little Happy Learners is a place to share ideas, resources and webinars to support others on their journeys in education.