Looking for a simple and effective way to help students practice short vowel sounds while they read and write?
 
This free one page phonics resource includes student friendly CVC word flashcards for all five short vowel sounds:
short a
short e
short i
short o
short u
 
Each flashcard features:
• A focus short vowel sound
• A clear list of CVC words using that vowel sound
• A matching animal picture from the word list to visually represent the sound group
 
Once cut out these flashcards are incredibly versatile and easy to use in any classroom.
 
Ways to use this resource:
• Use as reading bookmarks so students can scan their books and search for words with the target vowel sound
• Tape to student desks for an always available phonics reference during independent work
• Use in small group reading or phonics instruction
• Add to literacy centers or phonics toolkits
• Send home for extra practice and reading support
 
Why teachers love it:
• One page and print friendly
• Works with any phonics or reading program
• Great for kindergarten, first grade, and early second grade
• Helps students connect sounds words and visuals
• Perfect for reading time, writing time, and word work
 
This resource supports phonics development, decoding skills, and vowel sound recognition in a simple student friendly format.