Class 1 Phonics Worksheet on Diphthongs – oi, oy, ou, ow, au, aw

Class 1 English Worksheets: Explore Diphthongs with Fun and Printable PDFs

Unlock the world of sounds with engaging and printable Class 1 English worksheets focused on mastering diphthongs like oi, oy, ou, ow, au, and aw. These worksheets help children recognize and blend two-vowel sounds naturally, building strong phonics foundations crucial for fluent reading and speaking. Created with young learners in mind, every worksheet makes phonics practice interactive and enjoyable.

Why Use These Worksheets?

1.Specially curated for Class 1 English phonics learners, targeting tricky two-vowel blends.

2. Fully printable PDFs – easy for home practice, school activities, and phonics circles.

3. Designed to match CBSE and ICSE beginner English phonics curriculum.

4. Features fun learning formats like sound blending, coloring activities, word puzzles, and fill in the blanks to maintain excitement.

What’s Included in This Collection

This worksheet set covers a colorful range of diphthong-focused exercises, including:

a. Identifying ‘oi’ and ‘oy’ sounds (e.g., coin, toy)

b. Practicing ‘ou’ and ‘ow’ blends (e.g., cloud, cow)

c. Strengthening ‘au’ and ‘aw’ recognition (e.g., haul, saw)

d. Matching words to pictures, completing word patterns, and solving sound-based puzzles

e. Activities that encourage children to blend sounds aloud for full phonics immersion

Who Made These Worksheets?

Each worksheet is crafted by the expert educators at PlanetSpark, known for combining academic excellence with creativity. These activities are created by seasoned phonics specialists Tanishka Sharma and Priyanka Gupta, who deeply understand how to make phonics fun, clear, and confidence-building for young learners.

How to Use These Worksheets

Here’s how you can maximize the value of these worksheets:

1. Incorporate them into a daily sound practice routine to reinforce blending skills.

2. Use the worksheets for group phonics games in class or at home.

3. Assign pages as weekly homework focused on specific diphthongs.

4. Include them in revision packs before small reading tests.

5. Pair sound blending exercises with storytime by spotting diphthongs in real storybooks!

FAQs

Q: Are these worksheets free to download?

A: Yes! You can freely download and print these diphthong worksheets for home or classroom use.

Q: What are diphthongs and why are they important for Class 1 students?

A: Diphthongs are two vowels blending into one sound, and mastering them improves reading fluency and pronunciation at an early stage.

Q: Are these worksheets aligned with CBSE or ICSE syllabi?

A: Absolutely! They are thoughtfully aligned with the CBSE and ICSE Class 1 English learning standards.

Q: Who prepares these diphthong worksheets?

A: Experienced PlanetSpark educators with expertise in phonics and early literacy design these resources.

Q: How can I combine these worksheets with storytelling practice?

A: After completing an exercise, encourage your child to spot diphthong words while reading short storybooks aloud!