Replace Beginning Sound

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a phonics exercise focused on consonant blends, specifically the blend “ST”. Students are instructed to replace the beginning sound of a list of words with the “ST” blend. The worksheet presents a table where each word is broken into two parts: the initial consonant or consonant blend is to be replaced with “ST”, and the remainder of the word remains unchanged. An example is provided at the top, demonstrating how the word “plop” changes to “stop” when the beginning sound is replaced with “ST”.

The aim of this worksheet is to help students practice manipulating phonemes, which are the distinct units of sound in a language. It enhances the students’ understanding of how changing the initial sound of a word can transform it into a completely different word. The exercise encourages the development of reading and pronunciation skills by focusing on the “ST” consonant blend. Moreover, it serves as a tool for teachers to assess students’ ability to identify and work with blends within words.