This free printable short e CVC words worksheet helps beginning readers build early phonics and word recognition skills. At the top, students trace six consonant-vowel-consonant words with the short e sound, practicing both spelling and handwriting. Below, students scan a grid of 20–25 outlined images to find the six that match the traced words—then color them in for added fun. A great activity for reinforcing decoding skills in kindergarten and first grade!