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The Humbling Effect

Cultivating deep learning organizational cultures that self-heal, evolve and transcend.

Best for Kindergarten to Grade 1

Trace Digraph Words

This worksheet helps children practice handwriting with common digraph words that begin with sh, ch, and th. It supports early phonics by giving learners repeated exposure to letter pairs that make a new sound together.

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Why these words

The word list uses familiar, concrete vocabulary so children can focus on both sound patterns and letter formation without working through abstract examples.

Worksheet setup

This page opens with 8 prefilled lines and is configured for LETTER paper, Dotted tracing, and the "Patrick Hand", cursive font.

You can change the word list, alignment, font size, stroke width, and export settings before printing.

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How to use this worksheet

  1. Say the digraph aloud before tracing each word so the child hears the blended sound.
  2. Ask the child to circle the sh, ch, or th pattern after finishing each line.
  3. Sort the completed words into three groups by digraph for a quick phonics review.

Questions parents and teachers ask

What is a digraph in early phonics?

A digraph is a pair of letters that work together to make one sound, such as sh in ship or th in thumb.

Can I customize the digraph words before printing?

Yes. The worksheet can open prefilled, and you can replace the words or change the tracing style before exporting.

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Need help choosing settings?

If you are deciding between dotted, dashed, outline, or model-plus-trace, use the editorial guides before printing classroom sets or homework packs.

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