Shannon's Game 

For example, if they hear an "o" sound, as in hope, they 
will consider -oa-;   -oe-;   or -o- followed, one consonant 
later,  by the magic e 
            boat            toe            cope 

Shannon's game helps to develop this kind of awareness.
It is similar to Hangman except that the letters have to
be guessed in sequence.

• Start by writing the first letter of a word.
• Then put down dashes to represent the other 
  letters.
• Allow ten guesses for the next letter. If there is 
  no correct guess, put the letter in and go on to the 
  next.
• Continue until the whole word is completed.
• See the example in the panel on the right --------->

As players become more competent they are able to
succeed with far fewer guesses. The game provides an
ideal basis for parents to discuss the possible choices at 
any particular stage.