Support early reading skills with this engaging Summer Word Search Phonics Activity, designed to develop blending, segmenting and word recognition in EYFS and KS1.

Children search for and identify CVC, CVCC and CCVC words linked to a summer and beach theme, including words such as hat, tent, crab, duck and sand. Once completed, children can colour the black and white illustrations, adding a creative element to the activity.

This resource includes 2 levels of difficulty, making it ideal for differentiated learning:

• Level 1: All words placed horizontally for emerging readers
• Level 2: Words placed horizontally and vertically for an added challenge

This resource includes:
• 2 printable summer word searches (PDF)
• Easy and challenging versions included
• Summer and beach themed vocabulary
• Black and white format for colouring

This activity supports:
• Phonics and early reading skills
• Blending and segmenting practice
• Word recognition and vocabulary development
• Fine motor skills through colouring

Perfect for:
✔ EYFS phonics provision
✔ KS1 reading activities
✔ Summer and beach topics
✔ Early finishers and independent learning
✔ Home learning and intervention groups

A simple, low-prep summer phonics activity that combines reading, problem-solving and creativity, helping children build confidence in decoding and recognising words through fun, seasonal learning.