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WH Digraph Word Sort
Sort words by whether they contain the WH digraph. Tap to select only the wh words from the list.
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Purpose & benefits
Digraphs trip up more kids than any other phonics concept. Two letters making one sound is not intuitive. Students need lots of exposure before it clicks.
This digraph worksheet gives Reception and Grade 1 students focused practise with the key consonant digraphs: sh, ch, th, wh, and ph. Teachers use it during phonics blocks. Homeschool families use it as part of daily reading instruction.
How to use this worksheet
Say each digraph out loud together before starting. Emphasise that these two letters make just one sound. Have your child read the sample words with you, then let them work through the activity independently. If they mix up sh and ch, practise those separately before combining them again.
💡 Tip: Sit with your child during the first few questions to make sure they understand the instructions, then let them work independently.
About this worksheet
Digraphs are a phonics essential
Once students know their individual letter sounds, digraphs are the next big challenge. Sh, ch, th, wh, and ph each make one sound from two letters. Kids need explicit instruction and repeated practise to internalise them, and this worksheet gives them exactly that.
Aligned with US Common Core Reception and Grade 1 phonics standards and UK KS1 phonics. Teachers can use it during phonics blocks, small group instruction, or as homework. Homeschool families use it for daily phonics practise. Pair with a phonics sound chart on the wall so students have a visual reference during independent work.