They can look or listen for words along each line on the grid. If you're working with them you could:
- say the sounds across each line and encourage them to listen for a word
- encourage them to say the sounds and listen for a word
- demonstrate how to look for a word by matching the letters and let them work independently
CVC words are simple words that consist of a consonant, a vowel, and a consonant. They can be some of the first words that children learn to read, as they are easy to sound out and remember.
Find-the-word activities are engaging for children as they provide a sense of accomplishment. With each word they discover they become a little more confident in their abilities.
Puzzles also help develop problem-solving skills. Puzzles require children to think critically and solve problems. These worksheets are a great first step as:
Puzzles also help develop problem-solving skills. Puzzles require children to think critically and solve problems. These worksheets are a great first step as:
- all the words are horizontal
- the text is clear and spaced well
- there are 10 words to find
To further practice reading cvc words, you can also:
- read books - point out the cvc words in the text and encourage your children to sound them out
- play games and activities - we have a few over here
- cut and paste some letters to make a word