Original PromptMake word cards for
(Hands-on, collaborative, FUNdations-aligned)
Group Activity: Build & Sort Bonus Words
Each group gets:
• Letter tiles
• Bonus letter cards (ff, ll, ss, zz)
• Word cards
Task:
1. Build the word
2. Say it
3. Check the ending
4. Add the bonus letter if needed
5. Sort it into the right column
Bonus Letter Worksheet (Guided)
Word Bonus Letter? Circle the Ending
bell yes ll
puff yes ff
bus no —
hill yes ll
box no —
Teacher circulates, prompting:
• “What do you notice at the end...
This resource focuses on teaching students the concept of bonus letters (ff, ll, ss, zz) that are added to words with short vowel sounds. It outlines various activities aimed at helping students recognize and correctly use these letters in words. The document includes visual examples of words that incorporate bonus letters, such as 'bell,' 'puff,' 'mess,' and 'fuzz.' Activities such as tracing, writing, sorting, and building words using letter tiles are included to reinforce the learning process. Additionally, it provides different levels of challenge through word cards and encourages students to create their own words. The overarching goal is to ensure that students understand when to apply the bonus letter rule, enhancing their phonics skills.