Free Letter of the Week Curriculum: Letter C Lesson Plan & Worksheets
- Learning Made Easy
- Feb 14
- 9 min read
Updated: Mar 17
Starting a child on the path to reading is like planting a garden. This Free Letter of the Week Curriculum for Letter C gives you a simple, ready-to-teach 3-day plan, so you can build letter recognition and letter-sound connections without overwhelm.
If you're a parent wondering, "Am I doing enough?"
— Let me say this clearly: You are enough, and you have everything you need to succeed!
And showing up with a simple plan (and the right kind of practice) is more powerful than doing "everything."
This FREE Letter C bundle + 3-day lesson plan is designed to help you teach with confidence, whether you're homeschooling, supporting after school, or teaching in a classroom, using a phonics-first approach rooted in what we know works.
What’s included:
Letter C recognition (uppercase + lowercase)
/k/ beginning sound practice
Tracing + writing pages
Cut-and-paste phonics crafts
Games + songs for repetition
Review + quiz + completion certificate
While this lesson focuses on the letter C, it is actually part of our complete Ready-to-Learn Letter of the Week Curriculum, where you can access over 1,000 free worksheets for the entire alphabet.
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Building a Strong Foundation With the Science of Reading
Early literacy isn't about rushing to read words; it's about building the right foundations so reading becomes easier later.
When children become fluent in letter recognition and letter–sound connections, everything that comes next (blending, CVC words, reading, spelling) starts to make sense.
Research consistently shows that letter knowledge and letter–sound knowledge are strong predictors of later reading success (Communications, 2025), which is why we treat these skills as non-negotiable in the early stages of reading.
Why Letter Recognition Is the Key to Phonics Success
Letter–sound knowledge predicts future reading success
When children can quickly recognize letters and say their sounds, they're building the exact "starter skills" that lead into decoding. Texas A&M's early childhood literacy resources highlight letter knowledge and letter–sound knowledge as key early skills that consistently predict future reading outcomes.
Phonics is literally built on mapping letters to sounds
Phonics instruction teaches that letters (and letter groups) represent spoken sounds, that's the alphabetic principle. The National Reading Panel describes phonics as teaching letter–sound correspondences and using them for reading and spelling.
The National Center on Improving Literacy defines phonics as the connection of letters/groups of letters to sounds in printed words.
Letter–sound connections help the brain "store" words for fluent reading
As children learn to connect sounds to letters, they're building the pathway that helps words become familiar and automatic over time (often explained as orthographic mapping).
In other words: Letter recognition + letter sounds aren't "just the alphabet."
They're the beginning of reading.
A Proven Kindergarten Homeschool Reading Path
At Learning Made Easy, we use an 8-step phonics roadmap, and Step 1: Ready-to-Learn Letters is the foundational pillar:
Your child should be able to recognize all letters of the alphabet and all initial letter sounds before moving on to our next stage: the Reading Made Easy program. This series builds on the skills learned here. The next levels transition children from recognizing letters to confidently reading their first books.
Reading Made Easy Levels 1 & 2 are designed to follow naturally after the Ready-to-Learn Letters Program. They guide children from letter mastery to reading and decoding more complex words and stories.
The Pillar of Step 1 is simply:
letter recognition + letter sounds + early writing readiness. This is where confidence and foundational skills begin.
And I want you to hear this, especially if your child needs more repetition than you expected:
Mastery rarely comes from one worksheet. It comes from steady practice, gentle repetition, and learning that feels safe. Some children need only a few exposures. Others need many. Both are normal. That’s why this free Letter C week includes multiple ways to practice the same core skills, so confidence can grow without pressure.
There will be days when the '3-day plan' takes two weeks. There will be days when the glue stick ends up on the carpet. That is okay. You aren't just teaching a letter; you're laying the foundation for future reading success!
We are here to support you on this journey. Our Ready-to-Learn Letters program offers 1,000 + FREE worksheets (Letters A-Z) focused on foundational reading skills.
That's why this free Letter C week includes multiple ways to practice the same core skills:
Letter recognition (uppercase/lowercase)
Beginning sounds
Tracing and writing
Fine-motor + cut-and-paste activities
Games + music reinforcement
Free Kindergarten Homeschool Worksheets:
The Heart Behind the Free Resources
One of the most important pieces of Learning Made Easy is that many worksheets are available online completely free.
This was not an afterthought. It was part of the mission from the beginning.
I was once a parent who needed all the resources. And sometimes, I needed all the free resources. I understand what it feels like to want to help your child but not have the budget to purchase everything, or to need materials immediately.
I created these free lessons because I remember what it feels like to be the parent searching for "the right way" to teach, hoping you're not missing something important.
This free Letter C bundle is here to:
support parents and teachers who need something ready-to-teach
make phonics feel simple and doable
help children build a foundation that protects their confidence
It's also meant to help families find a program they can grow with.
Free Kindergarten Letter of the Week Curriculum: 3-Day Letter C Lesson Plan
📌 What You'll Need (Supplies Checklist)
Pencil
Crayons or markers
Child-safe scissors
Glue stick
Printer + paper
A quick note for parents and teachers:
Use this rhythm as a guide, not a rule. You do not need to finish every page. You're allowed to slow down, repeat a day, or skip what your child doesn't need.
If your child needs more time, spend more time on Letter C. Repetition is not failure; it's how mastery forms. If you need additional pages, download the bonus Letter of the Week worksheets for more practice.
Day 1, Letter of the Week Phonics,
Recognizing Letter C
Focus: recognizing Cc + learning the shape
Unit 3 Lesson 1:
Listen to the Letter C Song
Color the Letter C (3 coloring pages)
Read or listen to an alphabet character story (Meet Cathy the Cat) + simple discussion prompts (character + kindness focus)
You can use the following discussion prompts (or use your own):
How did Cathy help the kitten?
Was the kitten happy for Cathy's help?
Why should we help other people?
How can we help someone today?
Letter C craft: Make a Cat (cut-and-paste)
Play Letter C recognition games (Game Hub)
Play FREE Ready-to-Learn Mobile Games
Play FREE Ready-to-Learn Games (Desktop)
Listen to Letter Pop
Review flashcards A–E
Trace Letter C (3 tracing worksheets)
Day 2, Teaching the /k/ Sound and Beginning Phonics
Focus: beginning sound + early writing practice
Unit 3 Lesson 2:
Watch a Letter C sound video and watch how to make a Letter C Caterpillar Craft.
Letter C craft: Make a Caterpillar (cut-and-paste)
Listen to the Letter C Song again
Play Letter C games (sound + matching practice)
Play FREE Ready-to-Learn Mobile Games
Play FREE Ready-to-Learn Games (Desktop)
Beginning Letter C sound worksheet (find the /k/ words!)
Fill in the missing letter worksheet
Trace upper + lowercase C (2 worksheets)
Write the letter C (2 worksheets)
Review flashcards A–E
Parent/Teacher tip: keep it natural, point out C in the world: cereal box, calendar, Cat, car… and celebrate every "I found it!"
Day 3 Review Letter C Skills & Celebrate
Focus: review + confidence + mastery check
Unit 3 Lesson 3:
Listen to Letter C Song + Letter Pop
Why we use songs: Music adds repetition without boredom. When children hear the same letter sound again and again in a catchy way, it sticks more easily over time. (It’s one more gentle way to reinforce fluency.)
Review flashcards A–E
Play Letter C Review games
Play FREE Ready-to-Learn Mobile Games
Play FREE Ready-to-Learn Games (Desktop)
"I Know About the Letter C" worksheet
Color by Letter worksheet
Practice writing worksheets (2)
Beginning sounds worksheet (1)
Find the letters worksheet (1)
Unit 3 Letter C quiz + completion certificate 🎉
Printable Letter of the Week Worksheets: Your Free Letter C Bundle
Love these Letter C printables? Get the full Volume 1, A-E Mega Bundle sent to your inbox FREE. 190 pages for units 1-7, letters A-E so you're ready for the whole month!
To help you get started, here are the Letter C printable downloads used in Unit 3 (Lessons 1–3):
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How to Know Your Child Is Ready to Move On From Letter C
Before moving to the next letter, you're not looking for "perfect." You're looking for comfortable and confident.
Your child is ready to move on when they can:
Point to Letter C among 3 letters (without guessing)
Say the /k/ sound (as in cat) when you show them the letter C
Trace Letter C with confidence (steady effort, not frustration)
If one of these still feels shaky, that's completely normal. Repeat Day 2 or Day 3 activities until it clicks. A strong Step 1 foundation makes every next step easier.
If your child is still working toward that 'comfortable and confident' stage, don't worry! Mastery doesn't always happen at a desk. Try a Sensory Bin: Fill a container with rice or dry beans. Hide letters inside. Have your child pick out the uppercase and lowercase C from among the letters. This moves the learning from the page to the hands, helping the Letter C truly stick.
Ready to move on to Letter D?
You can find the full curriculum, including 31 units and over 1,000 free worksheets, on the Ready-to-Learn Letters Hub.
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Final encouragement
If you take nothing else from this post, take this:
A strong phonics foundation starts with fluency in letters and sounds.
Not perfection. Not speed. Fluency.
Ready to keep the momentum going?
If your little learner loved exploring the Letter C, they are going to have a blast with our next adventure! Click here to jump into the Letter D Worksheets & Lesson Plan and keep building those early reading skills.
You're doing important work—one letter at a time.
Happy homeschooling (and happy teaching).
"I’d love to hear from you! What is your child’s favorite 'C' word or activity from this week? Whether it’s making a Caterpillar, making a Cat, reading about Cathy, or something else entirely! Share your favorite homeschool moments in the comments below. <3
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Science of Reading"?
The Science of Reading is a large body of research showing that reading must be taught through explicit instruction, including phonics and the alphabetic principle, because reading is not a skill the brain develops naturally, the way speaking does.
What is the "Letter of the Week" strategy?
Letter of the Week allows children to focus deeply on one letter's shape and sound without rushing, which supports mastery and reduces overwhelm, especially for young learners.
What if my child isn't "getting it" yet?
That doesn't mean you're failing. It means your child needs more time and repetition, which is exactly what these resources are built for. Stay with the letter until your child feels confident.
Choose Your Adventure: Which Format is Right for You?
Curated collections
Visual consistency
Extended reviews and assessments
Easy and ready-to-use. Just open and teach.
The Printed Edition (delivered to you door) Workbooks are Best for families who want a 'grab-and-go' experience. These are the polished, final editions of our curriculum, curated for visual consistency with extra review assessments included. They are bound, beautiful, and ready to teach!
The Digital Workbooks are best for parents and teachers who want to download the entire grab-and-go workbooks without needing to print lesson by lesson. These digital workbooks , are also the polished, final editions of our curriculum.
Free worksheets offer:
Immediate access
Flexible practice
Skill reinforcement without cost
The Free Printable Worksheets: Perfect for immediate practice, trying out a new lesson, or when you need extra reinforcement on a specific letter right now. These are our 'living' lessons—the first versions we shared with the world to ensure no child was left without resources.
Our Skill Builder collection can be used with any of our full program learnings sets. They pair perfectly for extended practices! You may also use these workbooks on their own to build early literacy skills.
Each format serves an important purpose.
References & Sources
Texas A&M University: letter knowledge and letter-sound knowledge predict later reading success.
Communications, C. (2025b, October 7). Teaching Letters and Letter-Sound Knowledge. Education and Human Development.
https://education.tamu.edu/teaching-letters-and-letter-sound-knowledge
National Reading Panel summary on phonics (evidence that systematic phonics improves early reading by linking letters to sounds).
Report of the National Reading Panel. (n.d.). https://www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubs/nrp/findings
National Center on Improving Literacy: phonics and alphabetic principle foundations.
National Center on Improving Literacy. (n.d.). Alphabetic Principle and Phonics – National Center on Improving Literacy. https://improvingliteracy.org/category/alphabetic-principle-and-phonics/
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