Vowel Variants Picture Cards – Free Phonics Flashcards with Real-World Images

Guided Phonics + Beyond

Unit 6 - Vowels

Download free Vowel Variants Picture Cards. These phonics flashcards feature real-world images and sound icons to support decoding and sorting practice.

These free Vowel Variants Picture Cards are a simple yet powerful tool to strengthen phonics instruction. Each card features a vowel variant word paired with a sound icon to visually connect letters to sounds. Real-world images are included on every card to engage students and provide meaningful connections.

Teachers can use these flashcards for small-group lessons, independent practice, or literacy centers. The cards also work well for reviewing or sorting activities. For example, display the vowel variant “o” card, then students sort matching pictures like boat, toad, doe, crow, and bow. Pictures without the sound are sorted separately.

  • Includes vowel variant flashcards with real-world images

  • Features sound icons for clear phonics connections

  • Supports decoding, word recognition, and vowel variant practice

  • Great for small groups, centers, or independent use

  • Ideal for reviewing or sorting activities

  • Low-prep, print-and-use format


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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.

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