Young children learn best when they are having fun! These word playing cards can be an enjoyable way to learn to read the most common words in our language & how they are used in sentences. All of the games & activities suggested in this Flashcard set can be played with an adult or older child together with one or two younger children. The cards contain: * 48 word cards (2 copies of 24 words) * 8 character cards: Biff Chip Kipper Floppy Mum Dad Wilf Wilma * 4 advice cards with practical advice for parents on how to use the Flashcards & games to support memory & sentence making through familiar games like snap. Playing the words games will help children to: * develop memory & concentration skills * match letter & word shapes * recognise many common words by sight * build sentences The series provides essential support for parents through www.oxfordowl.co.uk. Visit the Oxford Owl for practical advice for helping children learn to read all you need to know about phonics & lots of fun activities & free e Books.