Digraph /wh/ Worksheets

Mr. Greg

The /wh/ digraph (found in words like “whale,” “wheel,” and “whisper”) is one of the trickier sounds for early readers. Our specialized /wh/ worksheets make mastering this sound fun, interactive, and effective while building essential reading skills.


Key Benefits for Teachers & Parents

Science of Reading Aligned – Systematic, explicit phonics instruction
Multi-Sensory Approach – Combines visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning
Differentiation Made Easy – Activities range from basic to challenging
Classroom-Ready – Includes lesson ideas and extension activities
Engaging Format – Turns drill into play with games and hands-on tasks


How to Use These Worksheets Effectively

Day 1: Introduce /wh/ sound with anchor chart and mind map
Day 2: Reinforce with sorting activity and word hunt
Day 3: Practice through the board game and question words
Day 4: Apply learning with mini-book and writing prompts
Day 5: Review with mixed activities and assessment checklist


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Why These Worksheets Work

Research shows that:

  • Explicit digraph instruction improves decoding skills
  • Game-based learning increases engagement by 40%
  • Visual organizers boost retention by 30%

Our worksheets combine all three approaches for maximum effectiveness!


Final Thoughts

The /wh/ sound can be challenging, but with the right tools, your students will be reading and writing /wh/ words confidently in no time! These worksheets provide the perfect balance of systematic instruction and engaging practice.

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About the author

Mr. Greg is an English Teacher from Edinburgh, Scotland. He is currently based in Hong Kong, teaching in an international kindergarten and tutoring primary school students.