Hard 'C' Sound Practice
A Grade 3 ELA worksheet focused on identifying and using words with the hard 'c' sound.
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Hard 'C' Sound Practice
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. This worksheet will help you practice identifying and using words with the hard 'c' sound, like in 'cat' or 'cup'.
Carlos the Cat

Carlos is a clever cat. He loves to chase colorful butterflies in the garden. Carlos has soft, cream-colored fur and big green eyes. Every morning, he climbs a tall tree to watch the cars drive by. Sometimes, he catches a small cricket for a snack. Carlos is a very calm and curious cat.
1. Which word from the passage has the hard 'c' sound?
chase
cream
snack
both b and c
2. Which of these words does NOT have the hard 'c' sound?
city
cold
cake
cup
Complete the sentences with a word that has a hard 'c' sound.
3. I like to eat and drink milk.
4. The little bird built a in the tree.
5. My mom baked a delicious chocolate for my birthday.
Use the words below to fill in the blanks in the sentences.
6. I need a to take pictures of the beautiful scenery.
7. It was very outside, so I wore my warm coat.
8. My favorite snack is a crunchy .
9. Write two sentences about something you like to cook. Make sure to use at least two words with the hard 'c' sound.