1st Grade ELA · Worksheets & Activities

1st Grade Spelling Patterns Consonant Digraphs Worksheets and Activities

Help your Grade 1 students master consonant digraphs with our printable and digital worksheets and activities. These teacher-authored resources provide targeted practice for common digraphs like sh, ch, th, wh, and ph, building foundational phonics skills in a fun, no-prep format.

About these 1st Grade Spelling Patterns Consonant Digraphs worksheets and activities

In Grade 1, students learn to recognize and use consonant digraphs-two consonants that combine to make a single sound, such as sh, ch, th, wh, and ph. Our consonant digraphs worksheets and activities help students identify these sound-spellings in words, practice spelling them correctly, and apply their knowledge in reading and writing. Activities include fill-in-the-blank exercises, word matching, and simple reading passages that reinforce digraph recognition in context.

These resources also support related skills like phonemic awareness, decoding, and vocabulary development. By working with consonant digraphs, students build confidence in reading unfamiliar words and improve their spelling accuracy. The materials are designed to be scaffolded, offering differentiated practice for students at various levels, from those just beginning to learn digraphs to those ready for more challenging words.

Using these in your classroom

Teachers can integrate these consonant digraphs resources into whole-group lessons, small-group instruction, literacy centers, or independent practice. Use the printable worksheets for no-prep homework or intervention groups, and assign digital activities for classroom or at-home review. For struggling students, start with basic digraph identification tasks; for advanced learners, include reading passages or writing prompts that incorporate digraphs. The materials also work well for quick assessments or as part of a phonics station rotation, allowing you to easily differentiate while keeping all students engaged.

Standards alignment

These worksheets and activities align with Grade 1 Common Core language standards for phonics and word recognition, specifically targeting the ability to know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.

Frequently asked questions

Are these Consonant Digraphs worksheets printable?

Yes, many of our consonant digraphs worksheets are printable. You can download and print them for classroom use or homework. Some resources are free, while others require a paid Workybooks membership.

Are these Consonant Digraphs worksheets for kids?

Absolutely. These worksheets and activities are designed specifically for Grade 1 students. They use kid-friendly images and simple instructions to make learning consonant digraphs engaging and accessible.

What consonant digraphs are covered in these resources?

Our materials focus on common consonant digraphs such as sh, ch, th, wh, and ph. Students practice identifying, spelling, and using these digraphs in words through a variety of exercises.

Do I need a membership to access all the resources?

A Workybooks membership is required to access most resources on the platform. However, some worksheets and activities are available for free. Membership gives you unlimited access to our full library of printable and digital materials.