Carnival Literacy Centers
The end of the year is a fun time to review skills we have learned all year long. Using themes is a fun way to review. One of the themes I like to use is the carnival theme. These carnival literacy centers will keep your 1st graders engaged during small group time.
1st Grade Carnival Literacy Centers
The carnival literacy centers we use review skills we have learned throughout the year.
r-Controlled Vowel Sort
We practice syllables often in our class. The r-controlled vowel sort center requires students to sort the pictures according to the r-controlled vowel sound they hear in the word. On the recording sheet, students write the r-controlled vowel onto the snow cones.
Digraph Sort
The ring toss digraph (ch, sh, th) sort is a way to practice hearing digraph sound in words. Students sort the rings according to the digraph they hear in the word. They match the rings to the correct digraph. There is a cut-and-glue worksheet for reinforcement.
Sentence Scramble
Sentence scrambles are a great way to practice word order in sentences. Students figure out the correct word order for each sentence. These sentence scramble cards do not have punctuation or the beginning word capitalized, adding a challenging element to this center. On the recording sheet, students write the sentence correctly using the correct punctuation.
Plural Nouns
Plural nouns can be tricky for kids. This activity has students sorting words to the correct plural ending.
Sounds of -ed Sort
When words end in -ed, it can be tricky for students. This center requires students to sort balloons according to the sound they hear at the end of each word.
Punctuation Sort
My students can always practice punctuation at the end of sentences. This center requires students to read sentences and match the correct popcorn punctuation, period, or question mark. The optional recording sheet has them write one telling sentence and one asking sentence from their matches.
Vowel Sort
The vowel sort center has students sorting tickets to the correct vowel ticket booth. They must determine the if the vowel they hear is a short or long vowel. My students love the carnival theme! There is a recording sheet for students to complete.
ABC Order
Putting words in alphabetic order is a great way to show an understanding of the alphabet.
Your students will enjoy these carnival-themed literacy centers! They are great for reviewing literacy concepts. Each activity includes a kid-friendly task card that shows how to do the activity. If you think your students will love these 1st-grade Carnival Literacy Centers, check them out below.
