CVC Short u - Roll and Read Activity

The CVC Short U – Roll and Read a Sentence Activity is a hands-on and engaging way to help young learners practice reading short “u” words in simple, decodable sentences. With familiar CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words like sun, mug, cup, and bug, students roll a die and read a sentence that matches the number rolled. This activity adds a playful twist to reading time while reinforcing essential phonics and fluency skills.

Ideal for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and ESL classrooms, this resource supports students as they build decoding skills, improve sentence fluency, and grow more confident in reading aloud. The repetitive structure and clear vocabulary make it accessible and effective for early readers.

Ways to Use:

• Use in small group instruction or guided reading

• Place in literacy centers for independent or partner practice

• Include in morning tubs or early finisher stations

• Laminate and reuse throughout the year

• Send home for extra practice with families

Advantages:

• Strengthens understanding of short U CVC words in context

• Builds fluency and word recognition

• Makes reading practice fun and interactive

• Encourages repeated reading with a purpose

• Easy to prepare, store, and use year-round

Pdf file includes 5 pages.

Enjoy!