Spelling Challenge — gn for the n sound (Reception & Year 1)

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This worksheet is a great way for children to develop their understanding of silent letters and the n sound. They must match the 'gn' words to the pictures and circle the correct spellings. Can they underline the words in the sentences that use the letters 'gn' to make the n sound?

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Key Stage: Early Years & KS1
Subject: Phonics
Topic: Alternative spellings
Topic Group:Alternative Spellings & Pronunciations
Year(s): Reception & Year 1
Media Type: PDF
Resource Type: Worksheet
Last Updated: 23/10/2023
Resource Code: EP01WAT66
Curriculum Point(s): Recognise that some phonemes have alternative spellings.

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