Sound out the words and blend then together! Check if you read it. Have a go at these CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words:
- h-a-t
- h-e-n
- r-e-d
- r-u-g
- h-o-t
- h-u-t
Meet these blends to cut out and keep! Can you make these blends with your Alphablocks tiles? Here's how to use the letter blend cards:
- Sound out the blend then try to sound out the words listed.
- Cover the top blend and see if you can spot the blend that appears in the words.
- See if you can think of more words with the blend or make up nonsense words with it.
Sound out the words and blend then together! Check if you read it. Have a go at these CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words:
- p-i-n
- n-a-p
- t-a-p
- p-a-n
- s-i-t
- t-i-n
Sound out the words and blend them together. Check if you read it.
Sound out and blend the letters. Then write or use your tiles to make the words. Check if you read it. Check if you made it.
You’re a word builder! Sound out and blend the letters. Then write or use your tiles to make the words. Check if you made each of the consonant-vowel-consonant words: t-i-p, p-a-t, p-i-t, s-a-t.
When Magic E joins Alphablock U, the sound changes! Sound out the word magic and blend the letters. Draw a cube and a tube and color a cute cat!
Meet the lovely Alphablock L! Say the sound, write the letter, and blend words with L. Practice tracing lowercase l, then build and read simple words like l-e-g, l-o-g, and l-i-d. Finish by coloring the things L loves and practice making more words with L using your letter tiles.
Practice blending sounds with a thrilling race full of fast cars, flying jets, and digging machines. Read along, build the words, and see if you can keep up with speedy V!
One day, the Alphablocks were having a race. "On your marks, get set, GO!" said Z. The Alphablocks began to race. "I will vroom-vroom to victory because I'm very, very fast," said V.
In Sloths, Masters of Slow and Steady, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod describes how a sloth's skin provides unique camouflage, helping it blend into its environment for protection. Discover the symbiotic relationship between sloths and algae, which grows on their fur and gives them a greenish tint. This algae offers camouflage while also supporting moths that help fertilize the algae. Through this fascinating example of nature’s design, see how animals and plants can depend on each other in unexpected ways. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In The Life of Stick Insects, host Rory Crawford looks at the incredible world of stick insects, nature’s best camouflage artists! Hailing from Malaysia, these fascinating critters can blend in so well with their surroundings that some look just like leaves. Today, Rory Crawford meets three awesome stick insects — Pixie, Simone, and Moe — and learns about their unique features. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In The Truth About Tiger Stripes, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explains why these big cats' stripes are orange and black. Learn how melanin, the pigment responsible for skin and fur color, creates the distinctive camouflage patterns of a tiger’s coat. Discover the ways tigers use their stripes for survival in the wild, blending into their surroundings to avoid predators and enhance their hunting capabilities. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In The Dyeing Process of Kelaghayi Scarves, host Joanna Lumley visits Azerbaijan to explore the traditional craft of creating kelaghayi silk scarves. See the intricate process of making these scarves, from using carved wooden stamps to applying natural dyes. The significance of kelaghayi scarves is highlighted, with a special focus on their cultural importance in Azerbaijan, as well as their recognition by UNESCO. The artisans showcase their mastery of blending colors and applying them without measurements, resulting in unique, handcrafted silk scarves. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Joanna Lumley’s Silk Road Adventure, a documentary series uncovering the rich history and cultural treasures of the Silk Road.
Sound out the words and blend then together! Check if you read it. Have a go at these CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words:
- h-a-t
- h-e-n
- r-e-d
- r-u-g
- h-o-t
- h-u-t
Meet these blends to cut out and keep! Can you make these blends with your Alphablocks tiles? Here's how to use the letter blend cards:
- Sound out the blend then try to sound out the words listed.
- Cover the top blend and see if you can spot the blend that appears in the words.
- See if you can think of more words with the blend or make up nonsense words with it.
Sound out the words and blend then together! Check if you read it. Have a go at these CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words:
- p-i-n
- n-a-p
- t-a-p
- p-a-n
- s-i-t
- t-i-n
Sound out the words and blend them together. Check if you read it.
Sound out and blend the letters. Then write or use your tiles to make the words. Check if you read it. Check if you made it.
You’re a word builder! Sound out and blend the letters. Then write or use your tiles to make the words. Check if you made each of the consonant-vowel-consonant words: t-i-p, p-a-t, p-i-t, s-a-t.
When Magic E joins Alphablock U, the sound changes! Sound out the word magic and blend the letters. Draw a cube and a tube and color a cute cat!
Meet the lovely Alphablock L! Say the sound, write the letter, and blend words with L. Practice tracing lowercase l, then build and read simple words like l-e-g, l-o-g, and l-i-d. Finish by coloring the things L loves and practice making more words with L using your letter tiles.
Practice blending sounds with a thrilling race full of fast cars, flying jets, and digging machines. Read along, build the words, and see if you can keep up with speedy V!
One day, the Alphablocks were having a race. "On your marks, get set, GO!" said Z. The Alphablocks began to race. "I will vroom-vroom to victory because I'm very, very fast," said V.
In Sloths, Masters of Slow and Steady, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod describes how a sloth's skin provides unique camouflage, helping it blend into its environment for protection. Discover the symbiotic relationship between sloths and algae, which grows on their fur and gives them a greenish tint. This algae offers camouflage while also supporting moths that help fertilize the algae. Through this fascinating example of nature’s design, see how animals and plants can depend on each other in unexpected ways. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In The Life of Stick Insects, host Rory Crawford looks at the incredible world of stick insects, nature’s best camouflage artists! Hailing from Malaysia, these fascinating critters can blend in so well with their surroundings that some look just like leaves. Today, Rory Crawford meets three awesome stick insects — Pixie, Simone, and Moe — and learns about their unique features. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In The Truth About Tiger Stripes, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explains why these big cats' stripes are orange and black. Learn how melanin, the pigment responsible for skin and fur color, creates the distinctive camouflage patterns of a tiger’s coat. Discover the ways tigers use their stripes for survival in the wild, blending into their surroundings to avoid predators and enhance their hunting capabilities. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In The Dyeing Process of Kelaghayi Scarves, host Joanna Lumley visits Azerbaijan to explore the traditional craft of creating kelaghayi silk scarves. See the intricate process of making these scarves, from using carved wooden stamps to applying natural dyes. The significance of kelaghayi scarves is highlighted, with a special focus on their cultural importance in Azerbaijan, as well as their recognition by UNESCO. The artisans showcase their mastery of blending colors and applying them without measurements, resulting in unique, handcrafted silk scarves. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Joanna Lumley’s Silk Road Adventure, a documentary series uncovering the rich history and cultural treasures of the Silk Road.