Prep

Letters A to D with pictures

Meet four early English letters with familiar picture words and clear first sounds.

Category: Alphabets 6 min Beginner
Aa Tap Say Read

Say each letter, then say the picture word slowly. Keep the attention on noticing the first sound, not spelling the whole word.

Listen and learn

Hover on desktop or tap on mobile to hear each card.

Read and think Text card

A

apple

Notice the first sound /a/.

Example: A is for apple.

Read and think Text card

B

ball

Say the letter, then the picture word.

Example: B is for ball.

Read and think Text card

C

cat

Keep the sound short and clear.

Example: C is for cat.

Read and think Text card

D

dog

Link the letter to a familiar animal.

Example: D is for dog.

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