Letters and Sounds Phase 6 Spelling Board Games by Smart Kids is a set of six higher-level spelling games for Key Stage 2 and older learners. The games turn the trickiest parts of spelling into structured, playful practice, which makes them a practical resource for whole-class teaching, small-group intervention and pupils with dyslexia or other special educational needs. The set is also suitable for pupils with English as an additional language (EAL).

What the six games cover

Each game focuses on one area of spelling that pupils commonly find difficult:

• Stressed syllables: pupils spell the syllables they can hear.
• Homophones: practise words that sound the same but are spelt differently.
• Prefixes: explore their meaning and usage.
• Suffixes: explore their meaning and usage.
• Irregular past tense verbs: practise verbs that do not follow the usual pattern.
• Spelling strategies: approaches for longer, trickier words.

Smart Kids states that the games are written around spelling guidance from the English curriculum, with a focus on hard-to-spell words.

Built for the classroom

• Six games on three double-sided A3 folding boards, so the set stores flat and takes up little space.
• Game instructions are printed on the boards themselves, so they are never lost.
• Answer sheets are included for every game, so pupils can check their own work or play with a teaching assistant.
• Each game suits 4 players or teams, which fits small-group intervention or a classroom carousel.
• A die and counters are included, so the set is ready to use straight away.

Supporting dyslexic learners and pupils with SEND

Spelling is one of the most persistent difficulties for dyslexic learners, and the patterns covered here, such as homophones, irregular verbs and long multi-syllable words, are often where they struggle most. A game format gives pupils repeated, low-pressure practice of one pattern at a time, which suits structured literacy support.

For pupils with wider SEND, each game targets a single, clearly defined skill, making it easy to match to targets in a pupil's support plan or EHCP. The set fits into Quality First Teaching and targeted intervention within the graduated approach.

Letters and Sounds Phase 6 Spelling Board Games is an updated version of the Smart Kids 6 Spelling Board Games Level 4 (L84). It gives schools a ready-made, reusable spelling resource for Key Stage 2 and beyond. If you would like help choosing spelling resources for your setting, our team is always happy to advise.

• Six higher-level spelling board games from the Smart Kids Letters and Sounds range (Phase 6)
• Covers stressed syllables, homophones, prefixes, suffixes, irregular past tense verbs and spelling strategies for longer words
• Three double-sided A3 folding boards
• Game instructions printed on the boards
• Answer sheets included for all games
• Each game suits 4 players or teams
• Suitable for Key Stage 2 and older learners, and pupils with English as an additional language (EAL)
• Updated version of the Smart Kids 6 Spelling Board Games Level 4 (L84)

• Six targeted spelling games in one set. Homophones, prefixes, suffixes, irregular verbs, stressed syllables and spelling strategies, each in its own game.
• Ready for intervention groups. Each game suits 4 players or teams, with answer sheets so a teaching assistant can run sessions easily.
• Supports dyslexic learners. Focused, repeated practice of one tricky spelling pattern at a time, in a low-pressure game format.
• Nothing to lose. Instructions are printed on the A3 boards, and the three double-sided boards fold flat for storage.

What's in the Box

• 3 x double-sided A3 folding game boards (6 games)
• Answer sheets for all games
• 1 x die
• Counters

Delivery and Returns

Standard UK delivery applies. See our Delivery and Returns page for full details.

• What is included in the Letters and Sounds Phase 6 Spelling Board Games set?
  The set includes six spelling board games on three double-sided A3 folding boards, answer sheets for all games, a die and counters. Game instructions are printed on the boards, so they cannot be lost.
• What spelling skills do the Phase 6 board games cover?
  The six games cover stressed syllables, homophones, prefixes, suffixes, irregular past tense verbs and spelling strategies for longer, trickier words. Smart Kids states the games are written around spelling guidance from the English curriculum.
• Are these spelling games suitable for dyslexic pupils?
  Yes, the games give dyslexic pupils focused, repeated practice of one tricky spelling pattern at a time. The game format keeps practice low-pressure, and patterns such as homophones and irregular verbs are areas many dyslexic learners find hard.
• Can these games be used for SEND intervention groups?
  Yes, each game suits 4 players or teams, which fits small-group intervention well. Each game targets one clearly defined spelling skill, so it is easy to match to a pupil's support plan or EHCP targets.
• What age or year group are the Phase 6 spelling board games for?
  The games are designed for Key Stage 2 and older learners. They are also suitable for pupils with English as an additional language (EAL) who are working on higher-level spelling.
• How many pupils can play each game?
  Each game suits 4 players or teams. Playing in teams means a larger group can take part, and answer sheets let pupils or adults check answers quickly.
• Is this a new edition of an older Smart Kids product?
  Yes, Letters and Sounds Phase 6 Spelling Board Games is an updated version of the Smart Kids 6 Spelling Board Games Level 4, product code L84.