Rhyming Words - Circle and Match

Rhyming Words – Circle the Rhyming Word is a simple and fun way to help young kids practice recognizing rhymes, a big step toward reading success. Designed for Kindergarten through 2nd grade, kids look at a word and then find and circle the word that rhymes from a few choices. It’s a great way to build their listening skills and get them thinking about how words sound.

How you can use it:

• In small groups or literacy centers

• As independent work or homework

• A quick warm-up before phonics lessons

• Morning work or something for early finishers

• Works great whether you’re teaching in person or online

Why teachers like it:

• Helps kids tune into sounds and rhymes, which is key for learning to read

• Encourages careful listening and attention to detail

• Easy to get started, just print it out or share it digitally

• Good for different learning levels with clear, simple words

• Keeps kids focused without feeling like a chore

• Repeats rhyming practice to build confidence and skill

PDF File includes 4 pages.

Enjoy!