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Welcome to
the World of Soundlings.

Where Little Readers Grow

Soundlings is a UK-based Phonics resource company founded by teachers and parents Claire and Jemma alongside Kate Lawler. 

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Where to Start

Starting Phonics can feel a little overwhelming, we completely understand. The word itself might seem unfamiliar or even a bit intimidating at first. But if you’re a parent or practitioner looking to give your children the very best start on their reading journey, you’re already in the right place.

Our resources are designed to guide you step by step, and the easiest way to begin is shopping by age. This will help you find exactly what your children need, right when they need it, so you can feel confident you’re starting in just the right place.

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Formerly known as Sounds Fun Resources, Soundlings marks an exciting new chapter for the business, with Kate joining the founders to help grow the brand and champion early literacy. Together, they create playful, reusable Phonics resources for children aged 3–7 that turn early reading into an exciting adventure, whether at home, in nurseries, Early Years settings or classrooms. 

Led by our friendly Soundlings characters, children explore sounds through hands-on play, colourful bespoke artwork and carefully designed resources that follow how Phonics is taught in UK schools. Every product models pure sounds from the very beginning, helping little learners build strong reading foundations while having so much fun they hardly realise they’re learning. Designed and made in the UK, Soundlings makes Phonics clear, engaging and confidence-boosting for children, parents and practitioners alike. 

Play and learn with Soundlings. Where little readers grow. 

Featured Products

Phonics Activity Busy Book 1  (From 3 years) - PRE-SALE - DISPATCHED WITHIN TWO WEEKS Phonics Activity Busy Book 1  (From 3 years) - PRE-SALE - DISPATCHED WITHIN TWO WEEKS
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Phonics Activity Busy Book 1 (From 3 years) - PRE-SALE - DISPATCHED WITHIN TWO WEEKS
£31.99

Due to high demand, this item is on pre-sale. Orders can still be placed as normal. They will be dispatched within two weeks.

AWARD WINNING Phonics Activity Busy Book 1

(s, a, t, p, i, n)

Give your child the perfect start in reading with our award-winning Phonics Activity Busy Book 1, a teacher-designed, interactive Phonics resource for children aged 3–5 years. This premium A4 activity book introduces the first six essential Phonics sounds (s, a, t, p, i, n) through fun, hands-on learning that builds confidence in letter recognition, correct letter formation, blending and early word building skills.

Ideal for home learning, nurseries, preschools and EYFS classrooms, this wipe-clean, reusable Phonics busy book supports independent learning while strengthening fine motor skills and early literacy development.

Hands-On Phonics Learning Through Play

Grounded in real classroom experience and guided by our friendly Soundlings characters, this Phonics activity book for early learners provides a clear, structured and child-friendly approach to early reading.

What’s Inside

  • 6 guided letter formation pages (s, a, t, p, i, n)

  • 7 unique interactive activity pages for matching, sorting and word building

  • Moveable, Velcro-attached pieces for tactile, hands-on learning

  • 6 QR codes linking to short, teacher-led guidance and pronunciation videos

  • 1 wipeable marker

Premium Quality & Child-Friendly Design

  • Professionally printed on 350gsm card from responsibly managed sources

  • Heavy-duty lamination for wipe-clean, long-lasting use

  • Wire spiral binding for easy page turning and flat-lay learning

  • Rounded corners for added safety

  • Colour-coded pieces to match each book border for simple organisation

Teacher-Led Support for Parents & Carers

Each book includes access to Guidance and Support’ video tutorials, led by experienced teachers. These short, easy-to-follow videos demonstrate:

  • Accurate Phonics sound pronunciation

  • Correct letter formation techniques

  • Early blending and segmenting skills

This additional support helps parents and caregivers confidently support Phonics learning at home.

Ideal For

  • EYFS and early years settings

  • Home learning and school readiness

  • Nursery, preschool and reception classrooms

  • Fine motor and handwriting development

  • Early Phonics intervention and reading support

Additional Information

  • Recommended Age: 3–5 years (Adult supervision required for children under 36 months)

  • Phonics Sounds Covered: s, a, t, p, i, n

  • UKCA Marked

  • Made in the UK

  • Dispatch Time: Up to 10 working days

Why Choose Phonics Activity Busy Book 1?

✔ Award-winning, teacher-designed and classroom tested
✔ Builds early reading and spelling confidence
✔ Strengthens handwriting and fine motor skills
✔ Wipeable, reusable and eco-conscious materials
✔ Engaging, child-friendly design with guided support

Start your child’s Phonics journey with this interactive busy book for early learners, where sound recognition, reading and writing come together through fun, hands-on play.

Tricky Takedown! Card Game Starter Pack (From 4 years) Tricky Takedown! Card Game Starter Pack (From 4 years)
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Tricky Takedown! Card Game Starter Pack (From 4 years)
£14.99

“Say It to Play It!”

A quick-thinking, fast-paced card game where Phonics meets fun!

Created and approved by teachers, Tricky Takedown makes learning those pesky ‘Tricky Words’  (the ones that don’t play by the Phonics rules) exciting, engaging and full of surprises.

Designed for ages 4+, this game helps children learn, retain and recall Phase 2 and 3 'Tricky Words' while developing reading confidence, word recognition and turn-taking skills.

Players race to match 'Tricky Words', colours or play Power Cards to outsmart their opponents. It’s quick to learn, endlessly replayable and guaranteed to bring laughter to classrooms, interventions and family game nights alike.

Who will be the first to clear their hand and become the 'Tricky Word Champion'?

What’s Inside the Box

  • 56 ‘Tricky Word’ Cards (All Phase 2 + 7 Phase 3 Tricky Words - you, they, all, are, my, her, he, she)

  • 12 Power Cards

  • 1 Power Card Description Card

  • 1 ‘How to Play’ Card

Why You’ll Love It

  • Teacher-created and approved for classroom and home use

  • The perfect grab and go game to be enjoyed by all

  • Builds reading confidence through play

  • Reinforces Phase 2 & 3 'Tricky Words'

  • Encourages quick thinking, turn-taking & friendly competition

  • Perfect for home or classroom learning


Bright, bold, and brilliantly fun!

Recommended for ages 4+ | 2–4 players | Phase 2–3 focus

Boxed cards, professionally printed on 350gsm card from managed sources and gloss laminated with rounded corners.

  • Parental supervision is required for children under 36 months

  • UKCA Marked

  • Designed, printed and assembled in the UK

My First Letter Formation Book (From 3 years) My First Letter Formation Book (From 3 years)
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My First Letter Formation Book (From 3 years)
£16.99

Give your child a confident start in writing and reading with our Phonics Handwriting & Letter Formation Book, a teacher-designed, interactive early years learning resource for children aged 3–5 years. This premium A4 book introduces all alphabet sounds (A–Z) through structured handwriting practice, Phonics awareness and fine motor skill development.

Perfect for home learning, nurseries, preschools and EYFS classrooms, this wipe-clean, reusable letter formation book helps children build confidence in pencil control, sound recognition and correct letter formation at their own pace.

Hands-On Learning for Confident Writers

Created by experienced teachers and guided by our friendly Soundlings characters, including Dotti, this alphabet handwriting book for early learners makes writing clear, supportive and fun.

Children will:

  • Recognise alphabet sounds and match them to letters

  • Practise correct upper and lowercase letter formation

  • Develop pencil control and hand–eye coordination

  • Strengthen fine motor muscles for writing readiness

  • Build early Phonics awareness and memory recall

What’s Inside

  • 26 A4 wipeable letter formation pages (A–Z)

  • Upper and lowercase tracing guides with dotted letters and trackers

  • Phonetic object images as visual sound cues

  • Guided starting points with Dotti’s star trail for correct letter formation

  • 1 wipeable marker for interactive practice

  • QR code access to a free teacher-led pronunciation video

Premium Quality & Child-Friendly Design

  • Professionally printed on 350gsm card from responsibly managed sources

  • Heavy-duty lamination for long-lasting, wipe-clean use

  • Metal ring binding for easy page turning and flat-lay learning

  • Rounded corners for safe handling

Teacher-Led Support for Parents & Carers

Each book includes access to a free, teacher-led pronunciation video, demonstrating accurate phoneme pronunciation. This extra support helps parents and caregivers confidently guide early writing and Phonics practice at home.

Ideal For

  • EYFS and early years settings

  • Nursery and preschool classrooms

  • Home learning and school readiness

  • Fine motor and handwriting development

  • Early Phonics intervention

Additional Information

  • Recommended Age: 3–5 years (Adult supervision required for children under 36 months)

  • Coverage: Full alphabet (A–Z)

  • UKCA Marked

  • Made in the UK

Why Choose My First Letter Formation Book?

✔ Teacher-designed and classroom tested
✔ Builds confidence in early writing and reading
✔ Strengthens fine motor and pencil control skills
✔ Durable, wipeable and reusable design
✔ Engaging, child-friendly guidance with Soundlings characters

Start your child’s writing journey with this interactive Phonics and handwriting book for early learners, where sound recognition, letter formation and confidence grow together through fun, hands-on practice.

Phase 5 Phonics Word Building Flashcards (From 5 years) Phase 5 Phonics Word Building Flashcards (From 5 years)
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Phase 5 Phonics Word Building Flashcards (From 5 years)
£14.99

Help your child develop confident reading and writing skills with our Phase 5 Phonics Word Building Flashcards, a teacher-designed, interactive Phonics resource for children aged 5–7 years. Perfect for Year One and Two, these A6, wipeable Phonics cards introduce Phase 5 sounds, including digraphs and split digraphs, while supporting upper and lowercase letter formation, sound blending and early word building.

Ideal for both classroom and home learning, these hands-on Phonics flashcards make early literacy engaging, structured and fun.

Hands-On Phonics Learning Through Play

Guided by our friendly Soundlings characters, these Phonics word building cards for early learners encourage children to carefully listen to sounds, segment simple words and record each phoneme in a clear, practical way.

Children will:

  • Recognise and pronounce Phase 5 phonemes

  • Practise lowercase letter formation

  • Blend sounds to build simple words

  • Segment words into individual phonemes

  • Strengthen early spelling and writing confidence

What’s Inside

  • 22 wipeable Phase 5 Phonics word building flashcards

  • 1 wipeable marker for interactive practice

  • Soundlings character card for guided support

  • QR code access to a short, teacher-led pronunciation video

Premium Quality & Child-Friendly Design

  • A6 size cards, perfect for small hands and group learning

  • Printed on 350gsm premium card from responsibly managed sources

  • Heavy-duty lamination for long-lasting, wipe-clean use

  • Rounded corners for added safety

Teacher-Led Support Included

Every set includes access to a free teacher-led pronunciation video, demonstrating accurate sound articulation. This support gives parents and educators confidence when teaching Phonics and handwriting at home or in the classroom.

Ideal For

  • Year One and Two classrooms

  • Key Stage 1 settings

  • Home Phonics and handwriting practice

  • Early spelling and writing development

  • One-to-one or small group learning

Additional Information

  • Recommended Age: 5–7 years (Adult supervision required for children under 36 months)

  • Phonics Coverage: Phase 5 sounds (including digraphs and split digraphs)

  • UKCA Marked

  • Made in the UK

Why Choose Our Phase 5 Word Building Flashcards?

✔ Teacher-designed and classroom tested
✔ Supports early reading, writing and spelling development
✔ Durable, wipeable and reusable design
✔ Engaging, child-friendly visuals and guidance
✔ Includes free pronunciation video support

Make Phonics and handwriting learning fun, interactive and effective with these Phase 5 Phonics word building flashcards for early readers and writers, an essential resource for parents, teachers and early years practitioners.

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Meet the Soundlings

The Soundlings are a family of friendly Phonics characters who appear throughout our resources to support children on their reading, writing and spelling journey. Each has a special role, helping with sounds, tricky words, digraphs, trigraphs and letter formation. They make Phonics fun, visual and easy to remember.

Absolutely fabulous company. The resources are amazing and keep our 3 year old engaged for a long time. They’ve helped our 3 year old so much with his delayed speech. We use the resources daily and have everything for his age to rotate through! Thank you Claire and Jemma.


Hayley, Parent

Parents praise & testimonials

Just wanted to mention that all the resources are high quality, and the ladies that run the business they put so much effort in making sure the resources help children love to read and write. Plus the delivery is super fast and efficient. Also they are so helpful if you have any questions.

Alexandra, Parent

These resources are fantastic! We now have quite a collection. I am so pleased we found them, screen free fun whilst learning. My child loves using them and often chooses to take the flashcards and games out with us for dinner.


Kathryn, Parent

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