Digraph SH Words

Digraph SH Words in IB PYP Grade 1 Language

A digraph is two letters that make one sound. In sh words the letters s and h stand side by side and say /sh/. Children meet it at the start of words (ship, shop, shell, sheep) and at the end (fish, dish, brush, wish). It is one of the first consonant digraphs in IB PYP Grade 1 phonics.

Every worksheet here is short, colourful and playful, with a friendly animal guide and a teacher answer key on page 2. Matching flashcards can be played online or printed 1, 2, 4, 6 or 8 to an A4 page.

What learners practise

Hear the sh sound at the start and end of words
Read and spell sh words such as ship, shop, fish and dish
Complete sentences with sh words
Sort words by where the sh sits

For students

Say each word aloud, then write it. Colour the animal when you finish.

For parents

Print on A4, read the instructions together and let your child try before you check.

For teachers

Use as a phonics starter, homework or exit ticket. Each sheet has a name, class and date box and an answer key.

Teaching tip

Say the sound as a quiet "shhh", like asking someone to be quiet. Children quickly link it to the letters s and h.

Quick answers

What is a digraph?

A digraph is two letters that together make one sound. In sh, the letters s and h make the sound /sh/.

Where can sh appear in a word?

At the start (shop), in the middle (fashion) or at the end (fish). Grade 1 worksheets focus on the start and the end.

How should I use these worksheets?

Pick one worksheet, let your child try it alone first, then check together with the answer key on page 2. Five to ten minutes a few times a week works best.