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Daring Diagraphs
The Daring Digraphs Game supports learners as they move beyond single-letter sounds and begin decoding more complex sound patterns in words. Designed especially for early and struggling readers, this game helps children recognise, practise, and apply common digraphs and sound combinations in a structured yet engaging way.
By matching pictures to words and focusing on targeted sounds, learners practise decoding without pressure, allowing reading skills to develop naturally through play.
The game forms part of a systematic reading pathway and is grounded in the Science of Reading. It strengthens phonemic awareness, sound–symbol knowledge, decoding accuracy, and reading confidence, helping learners transition smoothly from early phonics to more fluent word reading.
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Develops phonemic awareness by helping learners hear, identify, and practise common digraphs and sound patterns.
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Strengthens decoding skills through repeated exposure to meaningful, high-frequency sound combinations.
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Builds sound–grapheme associations by linking spoken sounds to written letter patterns.
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Supports reading fluency by encouraging automatic recognition of digraphs within words.
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Reduces reading anxiety by allowing learners to practise decoding in a playful, low-pressure environment.
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Expands vocabulary as learners encounter and practise new words through picture and word matching.
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Encourages social interaction, turn-taking, and cooperative learning when played in groups.
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Can be used flexibly for individual practice, small-group work, or classroom instruction.
