How a Simple Summer Activity Turned into My Most Popular Resource

My heart has always been with math, but a couple of summers ago, I discovered a new love—not for reading comprehension, but for the phonological side of helping students learn to read.

I was teaching a summer reading camp for 3rd graders who weren’t reading on grade level. In my state, supporting these students isn’t just important—it’s the law.

It didn’t take long for me to realize I needed a quick, targeted way to strengthen phonics skills, whether in small groups or one-on-one. I needed something flexible, effective, and easy to use.

That’s when I created phonics flashcards.

With these cards, I could pinpoint exactly which phonics skills each student needed most. The results were incredible—students were engaged, practicing independently, and making noticeable progress in just a few sessions.

The best part? These flashcards are now my most popular resource. Teachers across the country are using them to support struggling readers, and the feedback has been amazing.

If you’re looking for a tool that makes phonics instruction simple, efficient, and fun, these flashcards might just be what you need.

Check out the Phonics Flashcards Bundle here!