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ch Words

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Learning the /ch/ sound is an important part of phonics instruction for Year 1 and Year 2 students. While the sound itself is easy to hear in words like chip and match, the spelling patterns can be confusing for young learners. That’s why we’ve created a free printable /ch/ Sound Word List—a simple but powerful tool to help students identify and sort the different graphemes used to represent the /ch/ sound: ch and tch.

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What’s Included in the Resource?

This free worksheet features two clearly labeled columns, one for each of the two most common spellings of the /ch/ sound:

  • CH Words – Words like chair, chin, cheese, chop

  • TCH Words – Words like witch, match, catch, pitch

Each column includes a helpful list of age-appropriate words that students are likely to come across in their reading and spelling lessons. The clear layout allows for easy reading and comparison between the two spelling patterns.

 

Why Is This Resource Helpful?

Although the /ch/ sound is phonetically consistent, spelling it correctly isn’t always intuitive. This worksheet supports learners by:

  • Highlighting the difference between "ch" and "tch" spellings

  • Building vocabulary knowledge

  • Reinforcing common spelling rules, such as using “tch” after a short vowel

  • Encouraging visual word recognition

It’s a useful reference tool for literacy rotations, small group instruction, or individual spelling work.

 

Who Can Use This Worksheet?

This resource is ideal for:

  • Year 1 and Year 2 students

  • Students working on phonics-based spelling rules

  • Classroom teachers and literacy support educators

  • Parents and homeschoolers looking for targeted phonics practice

 

Ideas for Extension

You can use this word list for:

  • Sorting activities (cut and paste)

  • Writing sentences with the listed words

  • Partner games like “I say, you write”

  • Spelling challenges or dictation

 

Download It for Free

The /ch/ Sound Word List is available for free on the Smart Boarding School website. With no prep required, it’s the perfect addition to your phonics toolkit.

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Support your students as they build confidence in spelling and phonics—starting with one of the trickiest sounds!


Download the /ch/ word list now and explore more free printable resources at Smart Boarding School.

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