Sound Waves Spelling - Extended Teaching Charts

The Sound Waves Extended Teaching Charts are an essential addition to any upper primary classroom, designed to support advanced phonics instruction and deepen students' understanding of the complex sound-letter relationships within Australian English. This set of two large-format wall charts includes both the most common graphemes for the 43 phonemes and a range of less frequent and more complex graphemes that students are likely to encounter as they progress in their literacy journey. Each grapheme is supported with clear, relevant word examples, helping learners to see the connection between abstract concepts and everyday language. These charts are perfect for building confidence in reading and spelling, offering an at-a-glance reference that supports both whole-class teaching and independent learning. Whether you're introducing new phonics concepts, reviewing spelling patterns, or reinforcing vocabulary development, these charts provide a strong visual foundation that students can return to throughout the school year. With their durable construction and bold design, the Sound Waves Extended Teaching Charts are built to withstand daily classroom use while keeping learners engaged with the evolving nature of language.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces and reinforces both common and complex graphemes to support spelling and reading accuracy.
• Enhances students' vocabulary through practical word examples linked to phonemes.
• Strengthens phonemic awareness essential for fluent reading and confident writing.
• Supports long-term retention by providing a consistent and accessible visual aid.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use during literacy warm-ups to explore less familiar graphemes and challenge students.
• Conduct grapheme scavenger hunts where students find matching words in texts.
• Create grapheme-based group activities or competitions to reinforce learning in a fun way.
• Reference during independent writing tasks to support correct spelling of tricky words.

Information:

• Recommended Age: 9-12 years (Years 4 to 6)
• Chart Dimensions: 91.7 cm (H) x 129.6 cm (W) x 0.1 cm (D)
• Content: Displays the 43 phonemes of Australian English with common and extended graphemes
• Material: High-quality, laminated for durability and repeated classroom use