Support early reading and phonics development with these AN word family activities for Year 1 children (ages 5–6).
This printable worksheet pack helps pupils practise blending, reading, tracing, and writing CVC words such as fan, man, pan, ran, can, and van.

Perfect for:

• Year 1 phonics lessons
• Home learning and homework
• Phonics intervention and SEN support
• ESL / EAL beginner learners

The activities follow a clear progression and support Phase 2–3 phonics, helping children build confidence with word families and early decoding skills.

Kids in Year 1 will love engaging with the AN word family activities! These fun, interactive worksheets capture their attention and ignite their curiosity. Through enjoyable phonics exercises, children can play with sounds and words, making learning an exciting adventure. The vibrant visuals and hands-on tasks keep young learners motivated, ensuring they enjoy every moment spent mastering phonics. Encouraging a love for language at this age will pave the way for confident reading and writing in the future!

• Enhances phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
• Supports early literacy development through engaging activities.
• Encourages interactive learning and cooperation among peers.
• Provides assessment opportunities for teachers to track progress.
• Facilitates differentiated instruction tailored to diverse learning needs.