Word family · 6 words
-at
- Age
- Ages 3–11
- Skill
- Phonics · Reading
- Format
- Interactive
Before the lesson
The classic first family: every child already knows 'cat'. Blend it slowly — c…a…t — then let the class 'read' hat and bat by swapping just the first sound.
Blend the sounds
Tap the first sound, then the family ending, then press Blend to hear them slide into one word.
Word 1 of 6
Sort the sounds
Read the word. Does it belong with -at or with -ot? Tap its basket.
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Printable worksheet
Match pictures to words, fill in the missing letters, read and circle — one page, answer key at the bottom.
Play this family
Games pre-loaded with exactly these words:
The letters inside
Related resources
Worksheet
-at Word Family Worksheet for Kids
Printable -at word family worksheet: match pictures to words, fill in the missing letter (cat, hat, bat…) and circle the -at words. Answer key included.
Flashcards
CVC Words List with Pictures for Kids
82 CVC words grouped by short vowel (a, e, i, o, u), 52 with pictures. Tap any word to hear it. Each word family has games and a printable worksheet. Free.