This Hard and Soft G Worksheet helps 2nd graders sort words by the hard g and soft g sound and mark which sound the letter g makes. Includes an answer key for quick, no-prep phonics practice.
This consonant digraphs worksheet gives 2nd graders hands-on practice spelling sh, ch, th, and wh words in fun sentences. An answer key is included, making it perfect for quick, no-prep phonics practice at home or school.
This Alphabet Micro Lesson is a short 3 minute video that teaches all about the Alphabet, including letter recognition, consonants, and vowels.
The F or PH Worksheet gives 2nd graders hands-on practice choosing between the f and ph spellings of the /f/ sound. Answer key included, so students can check their own work and build confident spelling habits.
This PH FF F GH worksheet asks 2nd graders to sort sixteen words by the letters that spell the /f/ sound. An answer key is included for fast, no-prep phonics practice at home or in class.
A second grade Starts with Th reading comprehension worksheet where kids read a fun Th-digraph story about two brothers, then answer questions. Includes an answer key — perfect for no-prep phonics and reading practice.
This Hard C and Soft C Worksheet helps 2nd graders decide whether the letter C makes a hard /k/ or soft /s/ sound in eight fun words. Answer key included — perfect for quick, no-prep phonics practice.
The Circle Hard Soft C Words Worksheet gives 2nd graders ten words to read and sort by the hard /k/ or soft /s/ sound of the letter C. Answer key included — perfect for quick, no-prep phonics practice.
This Hard Soft C Pictures Worksheet gives 2nd Grade readers picture clues and a word sort to master both c sounds. An answer key is included, so no-prep phonics practice is ready in seconds.
Students use this spelling words worksheet to add onsets to the -ock, -est, and -ool rimes, then sort nine words by family. Built for 2nd Grade with an answer key included, so spelling patterns finally stick.
In this popcorn blends activity, K-2nd Grade children spin a blend, sort 12 picture cards into popcorn boxes and fill in a practice page, with an answer key included for quick checking.
The Circle Hard Soft G Words Worksheet helps 2nd graders say each word and mark the hard G /g/ or soft G /j/ sound. Includes an answer key for fast, no-prep phonics practice.
This is the Alphabet Song by Have Fun Teaching offers a fun and engaging way to learn the alphabet. This song helps children master their ABCs with a catchy tune and memorable lyrics. The repetition and rhythm make it easier for kids to remember the alphabet letters. Teachers and parents…
Using Consonant Sounds Reading Comprehension Workbook, students can have all of the passages about different consonant sounds all in one workbook.
This digraph lists worksheet gives 2nd grade students six picture cards and four sentences for practicing sh, ch, th, wh, ph, and tch. An answer key is included, so checking work takes seconds.
This gi ge dge worksheet gives 2nd Grade students fun practice spelling the soft g /j/ sound with gi, ge, and dge. An answer key is included to make review quick and easy.
This blends worksheet br has 2nd grade readers circle br words in five sentences and write them on lines. An answer key is included, so phonics practice is easy to check.
This s blends fill in the blank worksheet gives 2nd grade students six sentences and a word box covering sn, sk, sp, sl and sm. An answer key is included for fast checking.
The Ending Digraphs Sentences Worksheet helps 2nd graders choose the digraph — ch, sh, th, tch, ng, or ph — that completes each word in a sentence. Includes a complete answer key for quick, no-prep phonics practice.
This short and long vowel a CVCe activity gives 1st and 2nd grade readers 24 word cards for a silent e matching game, a sort mat and a practice page. Answer key included.
Tricky consonants, solved!
Second graders already know their single consonant sounds, so now they tackle the tricky ones. They learn digraphs like sh, ch, th and ph, where two letters make one sound, and that ph = /f/ in words like phone. They learn hard and soft c and g, and spelling patterns like -dge in bridge. These patterns help with reading and spelling longer words. The click moment is when a child spells "phone" correctly and explains why it isn't "fone."
Second graders need clear patterns and lots of reading. These moves help.
Write a list of /f/ words and have kids decide whether each uses f or ph. Then look for clues together, like ph showing up in words from science such as "photo." Kids start to notice patterns instead of guessing.
Why it works: teaching letter sounds directly and in order is one of the best-supported findings in reading research (National Reading Panel, 2000).
Try it withF or PH WorksheetWorksheetsOpen it →Give kids picture cards and have them sort into hard c and soft c piles. Then write the words under each picture. Matching sounds to spellings makes the rule easier to remember.
Why it works: the U.S. Department of Education's guide for teaching elementary math recommends moving from hands-on objects to drawings to numbers.
Try it withHard Soft C Pictures WorksheetWorksheetsOpen it →After practicing a pattern on its own, read short passages where it's mixed with other sounds. Kids have to notice the pattern in real reading. That's when it really sticks.
Why it works: shuffled practice teaches kids to choose the right strategy, not just repeat one, and it improved test scores in research (Rohrer and Taylor, 2007).
Try it withConsonant Sounds Reading Comprehension WorkbookAssessmentsOpen it →Turn tricky sounds into quick, fun challenges.
ActivitiesKids "pop" up when they hear a blend and read the word on the popcorn kernel.
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WorksheetsRead a story with lots of TH words, then make up a silly tongue twister.
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WorksheetsBuild a paper bridge with -dge, -ge and gi words. Can it hold up?
Open GI GE DGE Worksheet →Teacher favorites right now: Hard G and Soft G Worksheet, Consonant Digraphs Worksheet and Alphabet Micro Lesson.
They learn digraphs like sh, ch, th, wh and ph, hard and soft c and g, and spelling patterns like -dge and -ck.
A digraph is two consonants that make one sound, like sh in ship or ph in phone.
C usually says /s/ when it comes before e, i or y, like in city and cent. Otherwise it says /k/, like in cat.
Practice word sorts, read books with the patterns and play spelling games. Point out patterns in everyday words you see together.
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