Simple Words
Now that you know your letters, let’s put them together to make your first real English words!
📖 From Letters to Words!
You’ve learned all 26 letters and their sounds. Now it’s time for the exciting part — putting letters together to make words!
We’ll start with the simplest words in English — 3-letter words like cat, dog, and sun. These words follow a simple pattern: Consonant + Vowel + Consonant (called CVC words).
You’ll also learn sight words — common words like “the”, “is”, and “am” that you’ll see in every sentence. Finally, you’ll practice matching pictures to words!
💡 What is a CVC Word?
CVC stands for Consonant – Vowel – Consonant. These are 3-letter words where the middle letter is always a vowel (A, E, I, O, U). Example: c-a-t → C (consonant) + A (vowel) + T (consonant) = CAT! 🐱
📚 Choose a Topic
Tap any topic below to start its lesson!
Learn to read and spell simple 3-letter words by grouping them into rhyming families: -at words, -an words, -ig words, and more!
Learn the most common words in English — words you’ll see in every book, every sentence, every day! Memorize them by sight.
Look at the picture, read the word! Practice connecting images to their English names in this fun drag-and-match game.
✨ Words You’ll Learn
Here’s a sneak peek of some simple words waiting for you!
🧩 How to Read a CVC Word
Follow these 3 simple steps to read any 3-letter word!
Sound Each Letter
Look at each letter and say its sound: C says “kuh”, A says “ah”, T says “tuh”.
Blend the Sounds
Now say the sounds faster and faster: “kuh-ah-tuh” → “k-a-t” → “kat”!
Say the Word!
You just read the word CAT! 🐱 Now you can read any CVC word using phonics!
🎮 Can You Read These Words?
Look at the picture and choose the correct word!
What word does this picture show?
What word does this picture show?
What word does this picture show?
Which is a sight word?
In the word PEN, what is the vowel?
🎉 Quiz Complete!
0/5🧠 Tips for Parents — Helping Your Child Read Simple Words
Label Objects at Home
Put sticky notes on things around the house — “cup”, “mat”, “fan”, “pen”. Your child will read these words dozens of times a day without even trying!
Sound It Out Together
When your child sees a new word, don’t say it for them. Ask: “What sound does each letter make?” Guide them to blend the sounds together.
Use Rhyming Games
CVC word families rhyme! Say “cat” and ask your child: “What rhymes with cat?” They’ll discover bat, mat, hat, sat — and learn patterns!
Sight Word Flashcards
Write sight words on cards and practice 3–5 words daily. Hold up a card and ask your child to say the word as fast as they can. Make it a game!
Ready to Read Your First Words? 🐱
Start with CVC word families — you’ll be reading in minutes!