Today is all about short O words! We made short O words worksheets to help children of all ages distinguish long O and short O sounds from each other in a fun and engaging way. These short O words printables are great whether you’re in the classroom or at home.
Free Printable Short O Words Worksheets
Each vowel can make two different sounds: a short vowel sound and a long vowel sound. Learning the different vowel sounds is a vital skill for children!
Short “O” Sound
The short “o” sound is typically found in words where the letter “o” is in a syllable that ends with a consonant. It sounds as in the word “dog.” Here are a few examples:
Long “o” Sound
The long “o” sound is the same as the name of the letter “o” and it often appears in words where the letter “o” is followed by a silent “e” or in certain vowel combinations like “oa” or “ow.” Here are some examples:
These worksheets are a fantastic resource for children because they make learning about the O vowel sounds fun. By identifying short “o” words, kids can improve their phonemic awareness, which is a crucial skill for reading and spelling. Plus, the images are black and white, which kids can color after completing the activity. So, print out these worksheets and let’s start!
Short O Words Worksheet
Our first short O words worksheet has words that correspond to a long O sound or a short O sound. Kids can use a crayon or a marker to tick or circle all the words that have a short O sound, and color the drawings after they’re done!
Our second short O words worksheet includes other words that may include a short O sound or a long O sound. Can you identify all of them? Take a look at our explanation above if you need some help!
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This short O words printable set is sized for standard letter printer paper dimensions – 8.5 x 11 inches.
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Did you have fun recognizing the short O words in our short O words worksheet set?