Foundation · Phonics · Phonological Awareness · Free Printable
Syllables and Alliteration
Practise clapping syllables and hearing words that start with the same sound.
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Quick Facts
- Primary learning: Phonics · Phonological awareness
- Year level: Foundation
- Focus: Syllables and alliteration
- Curriculum: AC9EFLY09
- Format: Printable A4 PDF
- Best for: Classroom, homework, tutoring, homeschool
About this worksheet
This Foundation Phonics worksheet develops early phonological awareness. Students practise hearing and clapping syllables and recognising alliteration (words that start with the same sound).
Ready to print and use for whole-class lessons, small groups, homework or home learning.
Learning Intention
Students will identify syllables in spoken words and recognise alliteration.
Curriculum Alignment
AC9EFLY09 — Recognise and generate alliteration and rhyme, and clap or count syllables in spoken words.
Aussie Primary Academy is an independent publisher and is not endorsed by ACARA.
Skills Practised
- Syllable awareness
- Clapping syllables
- Alliteration
- Phonological awareness
- Listening skills
Teacher / Parent Notes
Clap names and familiar words together first. Make it fun with songs and chants that use alliteration.
How to use this worksheet
- Whole class: Explicit teaching + guided practice
- Small groups: Syllable clapping games
- Homework: Send home for extra practice
- Tutoring / Homeschool: Clear layout makes it easy to use independently