What is in the PDF
- Circle the beginning letter of each picture
- Trace and write the beginning letter of each picture
- Answer key
How to use this printable
Print the PDF at 100 percent scale on US Letter or A4 paper. No sign up is needed. Give your child a pencil or crayons. Start with page 1: ask your child to name each picture and circle the letter that matches the beginning sound. The letters to choose from are g, l, n, p, r, s. On page 2, your child traces and then writes the beginning letter for each picture. Use the answer key on page 3 to check the work. This activity helps children hear the first sound in a word and connect it to the correct letter. It builds phonemic awareness and early writing skills. Work through one page at a time. Let your child go at their own pace. Praise effort, not just correct answers.
Teaching tips
- To make it easier, say the picture name slowly and emphasize the first sound. Ask your child what letter makes that sound.
- To make it harder, cover the letter choices on page 1 and have your child write the beginning letter from memory.
- To reuse the pages, place them in a plastic sleeve and have your child use a dry erase marker. Wipe clean for another try.
Questions and answers
Is this worksheet too hard for a 3 year old?
It depends on the child. A 3 year old may need help naming pictures and hearing sounds. You can start with just page 1 and say the picture names for them. The worksheet is designed for ages 3 to 5.
How should I print this PDF?
Print at 100 percent or actual size. The PDF includes both US Letter and A4 paper sizes. Either size works. Do not scale the page or the letters may be too small.
Can I use this worksheet more than once?
Yes. Print it on paper and use a pencil or crayon. Or put the pages in a plastic sleeve and use a dry erase marker. Then wipe clean and reuse.
