10 Minutes a Day Phonics (Ages 3-5)
10 Minutes a Day Phonics (Ages 3-5)
- BUILD reading confidence with just 10 minutes a day of phonics practice
- Includes Consonants, Vowel Sounds, Digraphs & Word Building
- Aligned to National Curriculum EYFS (Early Years Foundation) for Pre-School to Y1
- Includes full answers plus parent notes to support learning at home
About the 10 Minutes a Day Phonics (Ages 3-5)
10 Minutes a Day Phonics (Ages 3-5) gives busy parents a straightforward way to build the early reading and spelling foundations their Pre-School and Reception child needs. Carol Vorderman's workbook fits phonics practice into ten-minute sessions that suit short attention spans, so your three, four or five-year-old stays engaged while mastering consonants, short vowel sounds, digraphs and first words aligned to the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Inside you'll find games, puzzles and clear activities that teach letter sounds step by step, plus a parents' notes section with full answers and tips on avoiding common mistakes. Each page is designed to feel like play rather than a chore, helping your child recognise sounds, blend letters and spell simple words without overwhelm. The short, focused format means you can slot a page into breakfast time or before bed, keeping momentum without resistance.
Your child will grow confident recognising phonics patterns that unlock hundreds of words, making the leap to independent reading feel natural rather than daunting. Because the workbook supports the National Curriculum at EYFS level, you can trust that every activity builds skills their teacher will reinforce in Reception and Year 1. Published by Dorling Kindersley, this physical workbook ships to your door, ready to become part of your daily routine.
Ideal for parents who want a proven, no-fuss phonics resource that respects their time and their child's energy. Whether your three-year-old is meeting letters for the first time or your five-year-old is consolidating sounds before Key Stage 1, this workbook delivers steady progress in bite-sized chunks.
- Carol Vorderman workbook covering consonants, short vowels, digraphs and early word-building for ages 3–5
- Ten-minute activities designed to match young children's concentration spans and make phonics feel like play
- Parents' notes with full answers and guidance on common pitfalls to support confident home learning
- Aligned to EYFS and National Curriculum for Pre-School, Reception and Year 1 phonics expectations
- Physical workbook shipped from Dorling Kindersley, ready to slot into your daily routine
Key Information
- Type
- Workbook
- Subjects
- English, Phonics
- Topics
- Spelling, Punctuation & Grammar
- Publisher
- Dorling Kindersley
- ISBN 13
- 9781409341413
- ISBN 10
- 1409341410
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this suitable for my child?
The 10 Minutes a Day Phonics (Ages 3-5) is absolutely perfect for children in Pre-School or Reception studying the national curriculum in England.
It is also very useful for children in the devolved nations of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland that study similar curriculums.
Finally, the 10 Minutes a Day Phonics (Ages 3-5) is also very useful for children studying outside of the UK on comparable international curriculums such as the Cambridge Primary Curriculum or The Pearson Edexcel International Primary Curriculum.
How much is delivery?
Standard delivery within the UK is free of charge for all orders over £30. Orders below £30 carry a £3.95 delivery charge.
We also deliver to over 200 countries across the world! Delivery fees are charged according to the weight of the parcel and are as competitive as we can possibly offer. This is calculated in the checkout where you are given a full delivery cost before we ask for payment.
Full details are on our Delivery Information page.
When will I receive my order?
Orders shipped within the UK are normally delivered within 2-3 working days.
International delivery times vary by destination – the typical time to your country is shown alongside its delivery rate in the 'Do you ship internationally?' section below.
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Do you ship internationally?
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