I created the Beginning Sounds activity specifically for independent practice in literacy centers.  There are three different ways that you can use the templates.  The first way (I’ll admit, it’s my favorite) is to laminate the templates and place velcro dots on the circles and letters.  The students match the letters to the beginning sound of the word.  I placed a long strip of velcro on the back of each board and placed the letters specifically for that template on the back.  This makes it easy to quickly grab the template you wish the student to use and the letters are readily available. The second way that you can use the templates is by laminating them and having your student