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C

Letter C c

Sound: Hard C /k/

Letter Cc is one of the first letters children learn to recognize, trace, and sound out, using its hard c sound. It appears at the start of everyday words like Cat and Car.

Example Words

Activities

Letter Recognition

Find every C and c on the screen.

Tracing

Trace the uppercase and lowercase C.

Beginning Sound

Listen and pick the pictures that start with Hard C.

Coloring Worksheet

Color a page featuring the letter C.

Printable Worksheet

A tracing and coloring worksheet for the letter C.

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Worksheets for Letter C

FAQ

What sound does the letter C make?
The letter C most commonly makes a hard "kuh" sound, as in "cat" and "car." It can also make a soft "s" sound in words like "city," which is usually introduced later.
Is C easy for beginners to learn?
Yes. Starting with the hard C sound in common words like cat and car gives children an easy, consistent pattern before introducing the soft C sound.