Master Magic E, Silent E, and Bossy E with this Science of Reading–aligned phonics resource! Perfect for junior and middle-year students, this engaging phonics pack includes an anchor chart, structured worksheets, word sorts, decodable reading passages, and interactive word work activities to reinforce the Magic E spelling pattern. Ideal for reading centers, explicit instruction, intervention, revision, and homework programs, this resource makes phonics learning structured, engaging, and effective.
 
KEY FEATURES
Anchor Chart: Introduce the Magic E rule with a visual anchor chart that clearly explains how the silent e changes the vowel sound.
Worksheets: Students practise forming Magic E words by adding the final e, identifying Magic E words, and applying the pattern through targeted activities.
Word Sort Activities: Multiple word sorts help students compare short vowel words and Magic E words, as well as sort words by their long vowel sounds.
Reading Passages: Six engaging and imaginative stories focus on different Magic E vowel patterns, helping students practise decoding the pattern in meaningful reading contexts.
Matching Follow-Up Activities: Each passage includes a follow-up worksheet where students identify Magic E words, use them in sentences, and respond to the story.
Word Work Cards: 40 word work matching cards provide hands-on practice as students build Magic E words and strengthen their understanding of the spelling pattern.
Print-Friendly Design: All materials (except the cover page) are provided in black and white for easy printing and photocopying.
 
Magic E / Bossy E / Split Digraphs Covered
A-E (example: cake)
E-E (example: theme)
I-E (example: kite)
O-E (example: bone)
U-E (example: flute)
 
IDEAL FOR
Reading Centers / Rotations
Explicit Instruction and Whole Class Engagement
Revision and Reinforcement
Intervention Strategies
Homework and Practice Programs
 
WHO CAN BENEFIT?
This resource is especially beneficial for students who need additional support with Magic E / Bossy E / Split Digraph spelling patterns. The activities provide structured practice that helps students recognise the pattern, decode Magic E words in context, and apply the rule when reading and writing.
 
Strengthen phonics understanding and build student confidence with this engaging Magic E phonics resource, designed to support explicit instruction while keeping students actively involved in learning.