Missing Letters

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a spelling exercise focused on the long ‘I’ sound in English. It presents ten incomplete words where students are required to fill in the missing letters. Once completed, the words are to be categorized into two groups based on their spelling pattern: words with a long ‘I’ sound spelled ‘igh’ and those spelled ‘ie’. The worksheet features a ladybug graphic on the upper right side, adding a playful touch to the activity.

The goal of this worksheet is to teach students about the different ways the long ‘I’ sound can be represented in written English. It helps students understand that although the ‘igh’ and ‘ie’ letter combinations both can produce the long ‘I’ sound, they are used in different words. By actively filling in the blanks and sorting the words, students practice their spelling and reinforce their knowledge of phonics patterns. This activity also serves to enhance their vocabulary by exposing them to a variety of words containing the long ‘I’ sound.