Sound Substitution Word Change Worksheet

This worksheet asks the child to practice sound substitution by changing the middle sound of each word to make a new word, like bull to bell and horse to house. The goal is clear listening, then reading the new word out loud.

At first grade, word reading moves fast, and many seven-year-olds can rush through guessing instead of checking the middle sound. This page keeps the focus on the middle sound swap so reading feels more controllable.

Pick 5 words for one short sitting. Parent and child say the original word, tap the middle sound with a finger, swap to the new sound, then blend and read the new word together.

Each item uses a clear before-and-after word pair, so the child hears how one sound change can build a brand-new word. This worksheet is different from a generic letter page because it centers on sound changes that create meaning.