Word family · 4 words
-ub
- Age
- Ages 3–11
- Skill
- Phonics · Reading
- Format
- Interactive
Before the lesson
Draw the bear cub in the bathtub before reading — the picture IS the sentence, so decoding feels like recognising.
Blend the sounds
Tap the first sound, then the family ending, then press Blend to hear them slide into one word.
Word 1 of 4
Sort the sounds
Read the word. Does it belong with -ub or with -ug? Tap its basket.
1 of 8
sub
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
-ub Word Family Worksheet for Kids
Printable -ub word family worksheet: match pictures to words, fill in the missing letter (cub, tub, rub…) and circle the -ub words. Answer key included.
Flashcards
Ch Words (Digraph): List & Games for Kids
Digraphs: two letters, one sound · chat, chip, chin