Free CVC Word Builder
Introduce CVC word building through beginning, vowel and ending sounds — no prep beyond a whiteboard.
How it works
Every round uses the same 16 words, so children build the same set from three different angles. A Teacher's Master Card keeps every answer ready at a glance.
Three rounds, one set of words
- Beginning sounds — children choose the missing first letter to complete each word.
- Vowel sounds — the same words return with the middle sound missing.
- Ending sounds — and again with the final sound missing, so every word gets built three ways.
What is the CVC Word Builder?
The CVC Word Builder introduces children to the process of building CVC words through beginning, middle and ending sounds. All you need is a whiteboard and a way for children to respond — such as marker pens or letter tiles.
It's a gentle, whole-class starting point before moving on to the CVC Spin Game and CVC Toolkit for repeated, independent practice.
How We Play
Children take turns coming up to the whiteboard to choose the missing letter and complete the word — everyone stays involved, whether they're up at the board or cheering on a teammate.
Why teachers use it
- Uses the same 16 words throughout, so children fully construct each word from every angle.
- Three rounds in one download — beginning, vowel and ending sounds — play them in order or pick the one you need.
- Works with just a whiteboard and marker pens, or swap in letter tiles for a hands-on version.
- Includes a Teacher's Master Card with every answer ready to check at a glance.
- Designed for whole-class or small-group play.
- A natural first step before moving on to the CVC Spin Game and CVC Toolkit.
Ready to play?
It's completely free — download it and you're ready to go.
Download Free CVC Word Builder (PDF)