Three in a Row - Teacher Notes

Embark on a delightful journey of letters with the engaging game of Three in a Row, tailored for children aged 4 to 7 years. This educational activity is a perfect way to introduce young learners to the world of lower case letters, enhancing their early reading, writing, and spelling skills. To get started, simply prepare the game by cutting out the provided cards and game boards.

The rules of play are straightforward and enjoyable. Begin by placing all the cards face down and shuffle them to ensure their positions are unknown. Players take turns to select a card and then match it to the corresponding gem on their game board. If a card is drawn that is already possessed or not needed, it is returned to its original place, face down, without revealing it to the opponent. Victory is claimed by the first player to align three matching cards in a row, whether it be horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. This game is part of the innovative 'Mission Spelling Zero' scheme, designed to support children as they take their initial steps in literacy.