Make practicing CVC words fun, hands-on, and effective with these Short A Roll & Read printable board games. This phonics activity is designed to build short A decoding fluency through simple, repeatable gameplay that keeps early readers engaged. Students roll a die, move along the path, and read the CVC word they land on. The built-in repetition supports accuracy, confidence, and automatic word recognition.
This resource works well for small groups, literacy centers, RTI, intervention, and ESL/ELL phonics practice. Because the rules are consistent and easy to follow, students can focus on reading the words instead of learning a complicated game.
What’s Included
- 3 different CVC Short A game boards (variety for repeated practice)
- 39 CVC Short A words for focused phonics review
- Printable game markers
- Teacher-friendly directions
- Boards print on two pages (8.5 x 11) or one page (11 x 17) if preferred
How to Play
- Print and assemble the board (two pages per board).
- Place player markers on START.
- Roll the die and move forward.
- Read the Short A CVC word on the space.
- If the word is read correctly, the player stays on the space (teacher check or partner check).
- If the word is read incorrectly, the player moves back (optional rule for accountability).
- Follow any special board directions (move forward, go back, roll again).
- The first player to reach END wins.
Why Teachers Love These Short A Board Games
- Low-prep: print, assemble, and play
- High repetition: supports fluency and automatic decoding
- Structured practice: students read on every turn
- Easy to differentiate: adjust rules (read twice, use in pairs, add “spell it” extension)
- Center-friendly: predictable routine students can learn quickly
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Pair With Another Resource From My Shop
For even more CVC practice in a different format, pair these Short A board games with:
- CVC Word Fluency Bingo: Short Vowels (Print & Digital) — a fun whole-class or small-group option that reinforces CVC reading through listening and word recognition.
Also Available on TPT
This Short A CVC Roll & Read Board Game is also available in our Teachers Pay Teachers store for educators who prefer purchasing through TPT.