Strengthen decoding and spelling with this Science of Reading-aligned Soft and Hard C resource featuring targeted worksheets, structured word sorts, and engaging reading passages. Designed for Grades 2–5, this unit explicitly teaches CE, CI, and CY while helping students distinguish between soft and hard C sounds through clear instruction and meaningful practice.
 
KEY FEATURES:
Worksheets – One worksheet for each soft C pattern (CE, CI, CY) plus a revision worksheet to explicitly teach and reinforce the sound and spelling patterns.
2x Word Sorts – Targeted word sorts focusing on pattern combinations to support revision and spelling discrimination.
3x Soft C Passages – Engaging passages focusing on the spelling patterns “ce,” “ci,” and “cy,” encouraging students to identify and record the words they discover.
1x Hard C Passage – A focused passage highlighting the hard C sound for contrast and application.
Comprehension Worksheets – Each passage includes a matching activity sheet with comprehension questions to strengthen understanding and reinforce the spelling patterns in context.
Anchor Chart – A full-colour anchor chart to display and use as a reference during instruction.
Teacher Guide – Clear explanation of the spelling rules and instructional suggestions for teaching CE, CI, and CY.
Answers Included – Complete answer keys for all activities to support easy marking and feedback.
 
WORKSHEETS
Students explore each soft C spelling pattern through structured, explicit practice. Each pattern has its own worksheet, followed by a revision worksheet that consolidates all variations and reinforces the rule.
 
READING PASSAGES:
Students read each passage to locate the “ce,” “ci,” and “cy” spelling patterns. They then complete the supporting worksheet to:
List the words they identified
Answer comprehension questions
Use words in a sentence
Demonstrate understanding through a drawing response
A revision passage is also included, where students identify all three soft C variations.
 
WORD SORTS:
This resource includes two focused word sorts designed to strengthen pattern recognition. These hands-on sorting tasks reinforce spelling rules and support sound discrimination in a clear, structured way.
 
PERFECT FOR
Whole-class phonics instruction
Small group intervention
Literacy centers
Homework or revision
Targeted spelling support
 
Make soft and hard C simple to teach and easy to understand—download today and give your students the structured practice they need to build strong, confident reading and spelling skills.