Image shows a free beginning sounds worksheet with 12 pictures (like apple, turtle, and bike). Below each image are three circles with letters. Children are instructed to color the circle that matches the first letter sound of each word. Ideal for preschool and kindergarten phonics practice.

Kindergarten

Beginning Sounds

How Does It Start? Free Beginning Sounds Worksheet

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This free printable beginning sounds worksheet helps kindergarteners practice letter sound recognition with a fun and simple activity. For each of the 12 pictures—including words like apple, ring, turtle, and wave—kids will say the word and then color the circle that contains the letter the word starts with. This hands-on phonics activity strengthens letter recognition, early reading skills, and sound awareness—all in one page! Great for centers, morning work, or extra practice at home.

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