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/ou/ Sound Work

Are you searching for an engaging and effective resource to help your Grade 1 and Grade 2 students master the /ou/ sound?


We’re excited to introduce the “ou Sound Work” worksheet—a two-page free phonics activity designed to help students recognise and practise different spellings of the /ou/ sound:

  • ou (as in cloud)

  • ow (as in cow)

This resource makes phonics learning interactive and enjoyable while strengthening essential reading and spelling skills.

Why Teach the /ou/ Sound Spellings?

Focusing on the /ou/ sound and its spellings helps students to:

  • Strengthen decoding skills – They learn to recognise common vowel teams that represent the same sound.

  • Enhance reading fluency – Familiarity with these spelling patterns allows smoother and more confident reading.

  • Expand vocabulary – Students encounter everyday words they will frequently read and write.

 

What’s Included in the Worksheet?

The “OU Sound Work” worksheet features multiple activities to support students' understanding:

  1. Read the Words – Students read a list of /ou/ sound words spelled with ou and ow.

  2. Colour the Words – Students colour-code words based on their spelling pattern.

  3. Draw the Words – Students create drawings to illustrate each word.

  4. Write Sentences – Students write their own sentences using selected /ou/ words.

  5. Shape Sort Activity – Students match words to letter shapes, reinforcing spelling patterns.

 

How to Use the Worksheet

  • Phonics Lessons – Introduce the /ou/ sound and explore its different spellings.

  • Independent Work – Allow students to complete the worksheet individually to reinforce learning.

  • Small Group Activities – Use it during literacy centers or intervention groups.

  • Homework – Assign it as a fun way to review phonics skills at home.

Best of all, there’s no prep needed—just print and go!

 

Why You’ll Love It

  • Interactive and hands-on – Activities like colouring, drawing, and writing keep students engaged.

  • Multi-sensory learning – Appeals to different learning styles by combining visual, auditory, and kinesthetic approaches.

  • Flexible and adaptable – Perfect for whole-class teaching, group work, or individual practice.

  • Completely free – Download it easily and start using it straight away!

 

Download Your Free “ou Sound Work” Worksheet Today!

Bring excitement into your phonics lessons with this fun, practical resource! Click the button below to download the free “ou Sound Work” worksheet and give your students the tools they need to confidently read and spell /ou/ sound words.

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