CVC Match & Grab Game – Free Science of Reading Center
Phonics
Build decoding fluency with this CVC Match & Grab game! This hands-on freebie features 30 decodable words and 3 differentiated card types (picture only, word only, word + picture). Perfect for small groups, centers, and phonics-based instruction aligned with the Science of Reading.
Looking for an engaging, hands-on way to build fluency and decoding skills? This CVC Match & Grab Game freebie includes 30 carefully chosen CVC words presented in three card formats: word only, picture only, and word with picture. This Science of Reading-aligned activity encourages students to practice decoding, word recognition, and matching through repeated exposure. Use this game during phonics centers, small-group instruction, or literacy intervention time. It includes a black-and-white version for low-prep printing and optional smaller cards for ink-saving printing. Want a closer look at how to play? Watch the video explanation here and see the game in action.
30 decodable CVC word cards
3 levels of play: word only, picture only, and word + picture
Full-color and black/white versions
Optional ink-saving layout
How-to video link included
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Tara West
Teacher-Author
Tara West is a dedicated educator and the founder of Little Minds at Work, an educational platform designed to provide teachers with creative and engaging resources for early childhood education. With a focus on developing innovative lesson plans, classroom strategies, and activities, Tara brings her passion for teaching to life, empowering teachers to foster meaningful learning experiences for their students.
