Wordsearch: Articulation /r/ initial | Growling Dog Sound
by All Things Possible Learning © 2026
Price: $1 USD
Subjects: phonics,phonologicalAwareness,articulation,phonology
Grades: 0
Description
This activity is designed for students working on the “Growling Dog” /r/ sound in the initial position of words. Students will move through the word search in order, finding each target word one at a time. Each card includes a picture cue, a recording option for speech practice, and a visual cue of the /r/ mouth/lip position to support correct production. This deck is a great way to combine articulation drill practice with a simple word search activity. An answer key is included for students who need extra support or get stuck while working through the word search. This makes the deck helpful for therapy sessions, teletherapy, home practice, or independent practice at a basic level. Target words include: run, rice, rat, rag, rake, red, wrist, raisin, rabbit, ribbon, radio, and rocket. The deck also includes an answer key page and completion slide. What’s included: Picture cues for each target word, Audio recording option for student practice, /r/ visual support, Sequential word search format, Answer key for extra support Great for: Speech therapy drill practice, Teletherapy, Home practice, Basic word search activities, Students who benefit from visual cues and structured practice Please note: This deck is designed to be completed in order. Students will find one word at a time before moving to the next target word. More articulation, vocabulary, and verb word search decks are coming soon!
Acknowledgements
Real Images from Canva & Freepik. Articulation visual mouths from Canva. All rights reserved. All Things Possible Learning, LLC © 2026