Fun Phonics Activities: Letter S Worksheet for Preschoolers

How to use this worksheet

Start with the drawing activity: show your child a flashcard of the letter S and ask them to draw objects that begin with that sound on paper or a slate. Next, gather a few real 'S' objects, like a sock, a spoon, or a stuffed toy, and take turns holding one up while your child says a full sentence about it, such as 'This is my sock.' Then play the counting-and-skipping game described on the page, saying numbers aloud and skipping every multiple of five, which keeps attention sharp between the phonics tasks. Finish with the drawing or coloring activity, such as the octopus, and ask your child to name it while emphasizing the 'S' sound.

Materials needed

• Pencil
• Paper
• Crayons
• Flashcards
• Objects
• Beans/Pulses
• Crepe Paper

Extension activities

• 1Create an 'S' scrapbook by finding and pasting pictures of things that start with 'S.'
• 2Practice writing the letter 'S' in sand, shaving cream, or with a finger on a foggy window.
• 3Play a 'Simon Says' game using only actions that start with 'S,' such as 'Simon says, smile!' or 'Simon says, stomp!'
• 4Go on an 'S' hunt around the house and count how many 'S' objects you can find in five minutes.
• 5Make a snack together using only 'S' foods, like strawberries or a sandwich, and talk about each ingredient.