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Unvoiced 'th' Consonant Digraph Spelling Words

Teaching students to spell words containing the unvoiced 'th' digraph is a crucial step in developing strong literacy skills. This collection of words features both initial and final positions of the unvoiced 'th' sound, providing comprehensive practice for students learning this important phonics pattern.

Understanding Unvoiced 'th' Words

The unvoiced 'th' sound occurs when we make the 'th' sound without vibrating our vocal cords. It's the sound you hear at the beginning of "think" or at the end of "bath." This list includes both single-syllable and multi-syllable words, making it suitable for various grade levels and abilities.

Word List

Initial 'th' Position

  • thin
  • thud
  • theft
  • thump
  • thatch
  • throb
  • thrift
  • thrust
  • thrash
  • thresh
  • thrush

Final 'th' Position

  • bath
  • math
  • path
  • moth
  • cloth
  • broth
  • froth
  • with
  • width
  • fifth
  • filth
  • depth
  • tenth

Alignment with Common Core Standards

These unvoiced 'th' words align with several Common Core Standards. The phonics patterns demonstrated in this word list particularly support:

  • CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.2.D: Use conventional spelling for words with common spelling patterns and for frequently occurring irregular words
  • CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.2.2.D: Generalize learned spelling patterns when writing words

These standards are relevant because mastering the unvoiced 'th' digraph is essential for conventional spelling patterns that students encounter frequently in both reading and writing. The practice of these words helps students recognize and apply this spelling pattern consistently, building their phonological awareness and spelling proficiency.

Teaching Tips

When introducing these words, it's helpful to demonstrate the difference between voiced and unvoiced 'th' sounds. Have students place their hands on their throats to feel that there's no vibration when making the unvoiced 'th' sound. This physical awareness can help students distinguish between similar sounds and improve their spelling accuracy.

Using These Words in the Classroom

These words can be incorporated into various learning activities: - Dictation exercises - Word sorting activities - Spelling games - Reading comprehension passages - Writing assignments

Create Your Own Worksheet

Ready to use these words in your classroom? Our worksheet generator makes it easy to create custom spelling activities tailored to your students' needs.

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Additional Resources

Looking to expand your phonics instruction? Consider these complementary activities: - Practice with word families - Sentence writing using target words - Word building exercises - Reading fluency passages containing these patterns

Remember that consistent practice with these spelling patterns helps students develop strong foundational literacy skills that will serve them throughout their academic careers.