Odd Hunt

The Odd Hunt worksheet helps students sharpen their phonics skills by identifying the one word in each row that does not begin with a digraph. Learners compare multiple words at once, analyze letter patterns, and determine which item breaks the digraph pattern. This activity builds strong visual scanning skills and deepens understanding of how beginning digraphs such as sh, ch, wh, and th function in early reading.

Key Learning Objectives

• Skill Focus: Recognizing and distinguishing beginning digraphs
• Pattern Analysis: Identifying non-examples within a group of words
• Grade-Level Alignment: Appropriate for Grades 1, 2, and 3
• Visual Discrimination: Scanning and comparing multiple word forms
• Phonics Mastery: Reinforcing accurate recognition of common digraph patterns

Teacher & Parent Features

• Encourages close reading and careful comparison of letter patterns
• Builds confidence recognizing digraphs across varied word lists
• Supports foundational decoding skills through contrast and repetition
• Ideal for phonics review, warm-ups, or literacy center activities
• Helps students articulate why a word does or does not fit a pattern

The Odd Hunt worksheet strengthens early phonics understanding by prompting students to actively analyze word patterns and identify exceptions, reinforcing mastery of beginning digraphs in a focused, engaging format.

This worksheet is part of our Beginning Digraphs Worksheets collection.