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Sight Word “soon” Worksheet – Trace, Write and Find
“Soon” means in a little while: “we will be there soon”, “dinner is soon”. It helps children understand waiting, which is one of the hardest things to do.
What’s on the “soon” worksheet
Read and trace “soon”, write it alone, circle it among moon, son, spoon, noon and sun, then trace “See you soon!”
Prints on A4 or US Letter (choose “Fit to page”).
How to teach “soon”
The oo in soon makes the long sound, as in moon and spoon. Draw a moon in each o. Use it with a sand timer: “Bath time soon, when the sand runs out.” Then read the word when the timer finishes.
Sentences with “soon”
- We will eat soon.
- See you soon!
- Soon it will be dark.
- The bus is coming soon.
Game: Soon or now?
Read out everyday events, such as “brushing teeth” or “Grandma’s visit”. Your child holds up a now card or a soon card. Talk about the answers: some things are soon, some are now.
Practise next
Try “now” and “too” next: now is another time word, and too has the same long oo sound.
Questions about “soon”
How do I explain the oo in soon?
In soon, moon and spoon, the double o makes a long sound. In look and book it is shorter.
How do I explain soon to a child?
Link it to something they can see, like a timer or the next activity on a picture chart.
More answers in the sight words FAQ.
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