Orchard Toys - Match and Spell

Orchard Game - Match and Spell is a bestselling early literacy game designed to build phonetic awareness, letter recognition, and word formation skills in young learners. Suitable for both guided and independent play, the game offers two levels of difficulty: a picture-matching game that introduces letters and sounds, and a more advanced challenge where children build words independently using picture cues and letter cards. With 12 double-sided 3-letter boards, 8 double-sided 4-letter boards, and 68 letter cards, this game fosters gradual learning through repetition and phonemic exploration. Friendly illustrations and a simple design make it appealing for early readers. It encourages children to sound out letters, blend phonemes, and build vocabulary while boosting spelling confidence. An ideal resource for literacy centres, small groups, and family play.

Educational Benefits:

• Reinforces phonics and early word building.
• Builds confidence in spelling through scaffolded tasks.
• Supports visual memory and letter recognition.
• Encourages language development and verbal articulation.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use during literacy group rotations to build CVC and CVCC words.
• Encourage independent word building during free play.
• Pair with a phonics program for additional practice.
• Use as an assessment tool for early spelling skills.

Safety & Information:

• Ages: Recommended for children aged 4+ years.
• Measurements: Box size is 19.3 x 14 x 8 cm.
• Safety: Made from durable materials; no small loose parts.