Sounding Out CVC words - Lesson for Kindergarten, Chapter - Letter Sound Relationships

In the lesson "Sounding Out CVC Words" from the Foundational Reading Skills unit, Kindergarten students will embark on an exciting journey to master letter sound relationships, focusing on Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) words. Through engaging activities like "Sounding it Out: Part 1," "Part 2," and "Part 3" worksheets, along with specific exercises dedicated to sounding out CVC words, children will develop a crucial base for their reading abilities.

Students will learn to identify and pronounce the sounds of individual letters, blend these sounds to form words, and ultimately, understand that these simple words convey meaning. This skill is fundamental because it lays the groundwork for reading fluency and comprehension. As students become proficient in sounding out CVC words, they will gain confidence in their ability to read and comprehend more complex texts. This mastery not only supports their academic growth but also fosters a love for reading, enhancing their learning across all subjects. Understanding letter sound relationships through CVC words is a critical step in a child's literacy journey, setting the stage for success in reading and beyond.

Estimated classroom time: 13 min
Chapter: Letter Sound Relationships
Unit: Foundational Reading Skills
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Sounding it Out: Part 1 Worksheet
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Sounding it Out: Part 2 Worksheet
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Sounding Out CVC Words
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  • Activity 1 / Sounding it Out: Part 1 Worksheet

    In phonics, children are taught to sound out words, which can be tough as they first get started! This charming printable worksheet features colorful pictures of words kids practice sounding out. Guide little learners to the images on either side of the words and ask them to say them out loud. Next, watch as your child begins sounding out words using the picture clues to read each word. Using a pencil, trace along the dotted line to match the word with its corresponding picture to complete!

  • Activity 2 / Sounding it Out: Part 2 Worksheet

    Learning to read can be a tough task when words look similar in length and letters. That’s why mastering phonics is key for kids to become accomplished readers! This delightful free worksheet guides children to sound out words using colorful pictures of the words nearby. Before reading each word, encourage kids to say name each image aloud as one of the words matches with the picture. Using these as hints, children will quickly learn to sound out each word!

  • Activity 3 / Sounding it Out: Part 3 Worksheet

    Once kids have completed parts 1 and 2, this cute printable phonics worksheet will take your child’s reading skills to the next step! Kids need a lot of support when beginning something new, but as they gain confidence, it’s important to take some of the hints away. While working on this activity, kids again name the picture aloud. This time direct your child’s attention to the list of three words, and using the image as a clue, task your child with reading each to complete each row. Circle the correct word to complete!

  • Activity 4 / Sounding Out CVC Words - Quiz

    In this assessment, students will sound out cvc words in order to match words to pictures.