First Phonics Workbook for Beginners (Age 4-5) | Learn to Read UK – Coming Soon

Description

Take a look inside

Don’t just take our word for it — flip through real sample pages from the workbook.

You’ll see how activities move from learning individual letter sounds to practising, revisiting and using those sounds in simple words.

Is this workbook right for your child?

It’s designed for children who are beginning to learn letter sounds and are not yet confident readers.

It could be a good fit if your child:

✓ Is around 4-5 (Reception/Early Phase 2)

✓ Is learning the single letter sounds

✓ Isn’t yet confidently blending and reading words

✓ Would benefit from extra practice at home

✓ Enjoys learning through drawing, colouring, matching and writing

If your child already knows most letter sounds and is confidently reading simple words they may be ready for the next stage rather than Workbook 1.

From first sounds to first words

The workbook is designed to give your child different ways to practise as they learn.

Learn the sound

Meet individual letters in uppercase and lowercase, say the sound and connect it with a familiar word or picture.

Recognise it

Find the letter among others and spot pictures of things that begin with that sound.

Form it

Follow simple formation cues, trace the letter and practise writing it.

Use it

Draw, colour, match and find real objects at home to connect the sound with everyday words.

Practise & recap

Previously learned sounds return in practice activities, so your child gets opportunities to revisit them rather than simply turning the page and forgetting them.

Start building words

As more sounds become familiar, activities introduce simple words — including finding missing sounds and writing completed words.

Small steps, lots of practice, and plenty of variety along the way.

Most activities use simple visual prompts to guide your child when to:

• Say a sound

• Trace or write

• Colour and complete an activity

This encourages growing independence while still supporting learning.

Why 124 pages?

Because learning a sound usually takes more than one worksheet.

Rather than introducing a letter once and immediately moving on, the workbook gives children different ways to meet, recognise and practise their sounds.

That means more opportunities to:

Say it → Spot it → Trace it → Write it → Match it → Use it → Revisit it

All in one printed workbook.

FAQs

Is this suitable for Reception?

Yes. The workbook is designed for children aged 4+ and is particularly suitable for Reception children beginning their phonics journey.

Does it follow UK phonics?

Yes. The workbook is designed to provide extra practice to support the early stages of phonics learning, including letter sounds, blending and early writing commonly taught in UK schools.

Can the pages be coloured in?

Yes. We recommend using pencils, colouring pencils or wax crayons for the best experience. Some felt-tip pens may leave marks on the reverse side of the page.

How long will delivery take?

Estimated delivery time within the UK is 2–4 working days after dispatch. You will receive a confirmation email once your order has been dispatched.

Is this reusable?

No. Children write and colour directly in the workbook.

Made by a parent, for parents

I created Helping Hand Workbooks after finding myself in the same position as lots of parents:

I wanted to help my child learn to read, but I wasn’t a teacher and I wasn’t always sure what I should be doing at home.

I wanted something I could simply pick up and use.

Something with plenty of practice. Enough variety to keep things interesting. Clear instructions. And a little guidance for me, too.

So that’s what I’ve tried to create here.

Created especially for busy parents, to remove the confusion and guesswork by showing you a clear, supportive path through the first stages of your child learning to read.

What’s inside?

124 activity pages, including:

✓ All single-letter sounds

✓ Uppercase & lowercase letter recognition

✓ Letter formation and tracing

✓ Beginning-sound activities

✓ Picture and sound matching

✓ Find-the-letter activities

✓ Drawing and colouring

✓ At-home sound hunts

✓ Practice and recap activities

✓ Missing-sound words

✓ Early word writing

✓ Simple parent guidance

Plus sound, pencil and colouring visual prompts throughout to make instructions easier to recognise as your child becomes familiar with the workbook.

Workbook details

• Length: 124 pages

• Format: Printed workbook

• Size: 8.5 × 11 inch

• Suitable for: Children beginning phonics / early Phase 2

• Price: £12.99

• Delivery: UK only

• Shipping: Royal Mail Tracked 48: £3.65 per single workbook order.

A Gentle Start to Reading

If phonics feels confusing and you’re not sure where to begin, you’re not alone. Many parents want to help their child start reading — but feel unsure about sounds, blending, or where to start.

I’ve created a calm, simple phonics workbook especially for parents like you — and it’s almost ready.

Join the early interest list to be the first to hear when it launches.