Magnetic Word Builder

An appealing scene in Letterland, this classroom and home resource will enthuse children to make new words and practise spelling with ease. Build words in the sky or on the road, with no mistakes to rub out! The board holds all 52 letters, and opens and closes without disturbing the child's work! This generous set makes spelling a wide range of words possible, both in regular class dictations and in independent work. All consonants are blue and vowels are red, including capital I and a red y for when y is being "a part-time vowel". Designed with the engaging Letterland landscape, this board offers a hands-on, visual experience that helps children connect phonics and spelling in an intuitive way. The dual-surface design allows learners to place words in the sky (top area) or on the road (bottom area), reinforcing letter position and spacing. The secure letter-holding mechanism means that students can build, revise, and revisit their work without it being disturbed. Whether used in group instruction or solo activities, this board supports literacy skill-building in a way that is fun, tactile, and visually structured. The colour-coded vowels and consonants help children easily distinguish between different types of letters, further strengthening their understanding of word construction.

Educational Benefits:

• Reinforces phonics knowledge through colour-coded letter recognition.
• Supports spelling accuracy and word building in a tactile format.
• Encourages independent learning with a secure, self-contained board.
• Enhances understanding of vowel/consonant roles, including part-time vowels.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use during spelling dictations to build and display words for feedback.
• Incorporate into literacy centres for independent or paired spelling games.
• Support EAL/D learners by matching spoken words to letter combinations.
• Use red y to discuss different vowel sounds and phoneme functions.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 4+
• Board measures approximately 30 cm x 22 cm when open
• Letters made from durable, child-safe plastic
• Contains small parts; adult supervision recommended for children under 3