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Sight Word “this” Worksheet – Trace, Write and Find
“This” points to something close by: “this is my cup”, “I like this one”. Children use it constantly to point at things they want to show you.
What’s on the “this” worksheet
Read and trace “this”, write it alone, circle it among that, his, thin, these and hiss, then trace “This is my teddy.”
Prints on A4 or US Letter (choose “Fit to page”).
How to teach “this”
Practise the th sound, then blend th-i-s. Hold an object in your hand and say “this is a spoon”. Contrast it with that by pointing to something far away. Children quickly learn that this is close enough to touch.
Sentences with “this”
- This is my teddy.
- I like this hat.
- Is this your bag?
- Look at this shell!
Game: This is…
Fill a bag with small items. Your child pulls one out and says “This is a…” while holding the word card. Then they hand it to you, and you take a turn.
Practise next
Try “that” and “what” next: that is its partner word, and what also starts many questions about things.
Questions about “this”
How do I teach this and that?
This is close; that is further away. Act it out with two toys at different distances.
Can my child sound out this?
Yes, once they know the th sound. The i is short, as in sit.
More answers in the sight words FAQ.
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