Students select the correct consonant blend for each picture and then type the two letters that create that blend directly into the slide. This click‑and‑type format strengthens phonemic awareness, supports spelling development, and encourages hands‑on engagement. Whether it’s bl for “block” or st for “star,” learners practise making meaningful sound–letter connections.

Each slide encourages students to connect what they hear, see, and type—an approach proven to boost early reading success. The activity allows students to work at their own pace and gives them the independence to try, check, and try again. Teachers can also use it as a whole‑class warm‑up, a literacy centre task, or a digital worksheet alternative.

Download and Practise Blending Beginning Consonant Letters

This interactive activity is perfect to get your students blending beginning consonant letters.  Use the dropdown menu to choose between the PowerPoint or Google Slide version of this resource.

This activity must be used in edit mode the drag and drop and typing aspects to work.

This resource was created by Samantha Rose, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.

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