ch (French Origin) – Spelling Practice

Year 3 Spelling Practice – Words with the / ʃ / sound spelt ch Introduce your Year 3 pupils to a unique and fascinating spelling rule with this ‘ch' (French Origin) Spelling Practice worksheet, focusing on the /sh/ sound—commonly found in words of French origin. This engaging resource helps children recognise that the ‘ch’ digraph doesn’t always make the usual /ch/ sound and sometimes represents the ‘sh' sound. The worksheet includes these six key vocabulary words: parachute chef moustache machine chalet brochure Pupils are guided to: Read the words Cover them Write the correct spelling under the picture Underline the key focus (the spelling pattern) in each word The spelling rule is clearly introduced: Words with the / ʃ / sound spelt ch (mostly French in origin) This activity is excellent for broadening spelling awareness, especially when learning about etymology, phoneme-grapheme correspondences, and irregular spelling patterns. Perfect for: Phonics and spelling instruction Vocabulary building and decoding Etymology or morphology mini-lessons Visual learners and independent practice What’s included: One printable PDF worksheet featuring six ‘ch’ = /sh/ words Clear visual prompts to aid understanding Spelling guidance that links to word origin This resource helps demystify less common spelling patterns, giving children the tools they need to decode more complex words confidently and accurately.