August CVC Word Families Phonics Center – Connect 4 Game with Recording Sheet

Description

Make back-to-school phonics practice fun with this August-themed Connect 4 Phonics Game! Designed for first-grade students, this interactive literacy center helps young learners master CVC word families through hands-on play and matching activities. It’s easy to prep, engaging for students, and perfect for your August literacy centers.

How to Use:

• Students roll a die and find a picture on the board that matches the rolled CVC word family.
• They mark the matching image with a dry erase marker or cover it with a bingo chip.
• The goal is to connect 4 in a row—across, down, or diagonally.
• After playing, students complete the recording sheet by cutting out CVC words and gluing them under the matching pictures.

What’s Included:

• 1 Connect 4-style game board featuring August-themed CVC word family pictures
• Directions for individual or partner play
• 1 recording sheet with cut-and-paste CVC words
• Simple, low-prep format for classroom use
• Kid-friendly illustrations for seasonal engagement

Ways to Use This Resource:

• Literacy centers – Great for small group rotations or independent practice
• Early finishers – Keep students engaged with purposeful phonics work
• Partner games – Build collaboration and reinforce skills
• Phonics intervention – Ideal for targeting short vowel CVC review
• Take-home activity – Send the game and recording sheet home for extra practice

Prep is easy—just print and you’re ready to go!