Real or alien? Phonics word game – Set 1 – simple sounds

Real or alien? Phonics word game – Set 1 – simple sounds: 15 questions, marked instantly with every answer explained. Free, no sign-up, no adverts in the test.

Before you start

Read the three words. Only one is a real word – the others are alien words. Tap the real word.

  • 15 questions
  • No time limit
  • See the answer after each question
  • Turn your sound on: the words are read aloud

Children can play this alone. After each answer the real word is read aloud (whole words only).

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Phonics practice game to practise for the check. Not an official test. Written by Classfern for practice. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any exam board, testing agency, school district or government department.

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