Searching for Schwa

by Ms. A's Place

Price: 450 points or $4.5 USD

Subjects: ela,reading,foundationalSkills,phonics,englishSecondLanguage,eslPronunciation,elaLanguage

Grades: 1,2,3

Description: Learning the schwa sound can be tricky for many students! This interactive Boom Deck is designed to help learners identify and understand the schwa sound in a fun and engaging way. Each card requires students to listen to the word, recognize the syllable containing the schwa sound, and type the correct syllable. Visual supports include a picture of the word and the word divided into syllables, helping students connect sound, spelling, and meaning. Audio prompts guide them through the activity—students can click the button beside each word to hear it pronounced clearly. With cute, kid-friendly clip art and interactive practice, this deck keeps learners motivated as they strengthen their phonics and decoding skills. Aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Reading Foundational Skills, including: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.2.3 – Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.3.3 – Use knowledge of syllable division patterns and vowel sounds to read multisyllabic words. ⭐ Perfect for: Phonics and Word Study Lessons Small Group or Independent Practice Reading Intervention or RTI Groups ESL and ELL Support Digital Literacy Centers