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Long and Short u

Understanding vowel sounds is an essential skill for young learners, and this free printable worksheet helps children in Year 1 and Year 2 practise identifying the difference between long and short u sounds. It’s a hands-on, phonics-based resource that supports early reading development in a fun and meaningful way.

 

What Does the Worksheet Include?

The top section of the worksheet has a two-column table—one labeled Short u and the other Long u. At

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the bottom of the page, students will find a set of cut-out words that all contain the vowel u. Their job is to read each word, decide whether the vowel sound is short or long, and glue it into the correct column.

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This task encourages students to think carefully about the sounds within words and build confidence in distinguishing between the two vowel types.

 

Why You'll Love This Resource

This worksheet is a great choice for:

  • Building sound awareness and phonics knowledge

  • Encouraging careful listening and pronunciation

  • Strengthening sorting and classification skills

  • Practising reading and spelling patterns with u vowel words

  • Supporting hands-on learning with cutting and gluing activities

It’s ideal for use during whole-class lessons, small group activities, literacy centres, or phonics intervention sessions.

 

No-Prep and Ready to Print

This resource is classroom-friendly and ready to go. Just print, hand out, and you’re set. Teachers can guide students through the first few words, then encourage independent work. It’s also a great worksheet to send home for extra reinforcement.

 

Download the Free Long and Short u Worksheet

Add this engaging activity to your phonics toolkit today. With its clear format and interactive style, the “Long and Short u” worksheet is a valuable addition to any Year 1 or Year 2 literacy program.

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