CVC Roll and Read Printable for Short Vowels
Teaching CVC words just got more fun! This CVC Roll and Read printable with short vowels is a playful way to help kids master early phonics and reading skills. Perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and early first grade, this game-style worksheet is designed to build fluency and confidence in a low-pressure, engaging format.
It’s also a helpful tool for speech therapists and special education teachers who want to add variety and movement to their reading routines. Kids roll a die, read the CVC word in the matching row, and repeat, making learning feel more like play than work!
A Quick Note from a Homeschooling Mom
As a homeschooling mom of four kids (one of whom is autistic), I’ve created many printable packs over the years to meet a variety of learning needs and attention spans. My goal is always to create resources that are simple to use, engaging for kids, and helpful for busy parents and educators. One tip I’ve found helpful: let kids “teach” you how to play after a round or two—it boosts their confidence and reinforces their learning!
What Kids Will Learn with a CVC Roll & Read Game
The CVC word game for kindergarten helps build:
- Short vowel sound recognition
- Blending and decoding skills
- Word reading fluency
- Early spelling and phonics confidence
It’s a great way to reinforce phonics concepts in a hands-on, game-based format.
What’s Included
This printable pack includes:
- 5 pages (one for each short vowel: A, E, I, O, U)
- 2 pages of mixed short vowels
- Each page contains 6 rows of CVC words that correspond to dice rolls
- Words are grouped by vowel sound and are simple enough for early readers
How to Use a CVC Roll & Read Printable
You can use this CVC Roll and Read printable in:
- Morning work or warm-ups
- Literacy centers or small group stations
- Take-home reading practice
- Speech or reading intervention time
Kids can use it to:
- Practice reading aloud
- Race against a timer
- Color-code words with the same vowel
- Use a highlighter or dot marker after reading each word
- Make reusable by using manipulatives like pom poms and mini erasers
Age & Grade Level
This activity is best for:
- Preschoolers working on early phonemic awareness
- Kindergarteners building reading fluency
- First graders who need more CVC word review
Prep Instructions
Just print and go! For longer use, consider:
- Laminating each sheet
- Printing on cardstock
- Storing in dry erase pockets for reuse
Optional prep:
- Add a die and a pointer or highlighter
- Create a reusable game folder for centers
Suggested Materials
- Large Foam Dice
- Crayons or markers
- Dry erase pockets and markers
- Laminator (for repeated use)
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Download the Printable
The CVC Roll and Read short vowel printable is a fun way to support early readers with a no-prep phonics activity that feels like a game.
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