Introduction to Ch Words in Speech Therapy

Hello, parents! If your child is working on the CH sound—written as “ch” and pronounced like “church”—this guide is for you. The CH sound, a voiceless affricate, starts with a “t” stop (tongue tip on the alveolar ridge) and releases into a “sh” fricative, all in one quick burst. It’s typically mastered by age 4-6, but some kids may replace it with “T” (e.g., “tair” for “chair”) or “SH” (e.g., “share” for “chair”). This article provides lists of CH initial, medial, and final words, plus practical tips to make practice engaging and effective at home, helping your child’s speech chime in clearly.

Ch Words Speech Therapy Printable PDF Worksheet

Understanding Ch Word Positions

• Initial CH Words: Start with CH, e.g., “chair,” “cheese.” The affricate burst is prominent.
• Medial CH Words: Have CH mid-word, e.g., “teacher,” “kitchen.” These test CH’s flow within sequences.
• Final CH Words: End with CH, e.g., “watch,” “beach.” These require a voiceless closure, sometimes simplified.

Lists of Ch Words for Practice

Here are simple, kid-friendly Ch word lists for home use, ideal for daily chatter or play.

Ch Initial Words

• Cheese
• Chick
• Chicken
• Chase
• Chair
• Chalk
• Cheetah
• Chips
• Chess
• Chameleon
• Chalice
• Church
• Chop
• Chin
• Chimney
• Chocolate

Ch Medial Words

• Matchbox
• Keychain
• Kitchen
• Crunchy
• Teacher
• Witch hat
• Peachpie
• Matching
• Crutches
• Nachos
• Stretching
• Ketchup
• Touchdown
• Pitcher
• Marching
• Beachball

Ch Final Words

• Beech
• Coach
• Catch
• Itch
• Wrench
• Bench
• Screech
• Sandwich
• Torch
• Couch
• Match
• Lunch
• Peach
• Switch
• Witch
• Bunch

Tips for Parents to Support Practice

Here’s how to help your child with Ch words at home:

• Pop and Hiss: Say “chair” with a “tch” burst—feel the quick stop-and-release by exaggerating the “ch”!
• Blend into Fun: Use words naturally, like “Chase the chick,” during playtime.
• Repeat with Rhythm: Chant “chop, chop, chop” while pretend-cutting to reinforce the sound.
• Model the Burst: Stretch the “ch” (e.g., “Ch-ch-cheese”), showing the “t” to “sh” shift, and cheer their efforts.
• Add Actions: Pair “catch” with a toss or “watch” with a peek.

If your child swaps CH for T (e.g., “tair” for “chair”) or SH (e.g., “shair” for “chair”), a speech therapist can help with tongue positioning.

Conclusion

The CH sound is a cheerful challenge for clear speech, and you’re set to help your child master it! With these CH initial, medial, and final word lists and easy home tips, practice can be a joy. Keep it fun and steady, and don’t hesitate to seek a professional if needed—your support is a champion for their words!