How to make a missing letters worksheet
- Type or paste your words, or start from a theme.
- Choose which letters to take away: vowels, one letter, two letters or half of each word.
- Keep the word bank on for beginning readers, or turn it off for a spelling check.
- Click Print / Save as PDF. The answer key fills in every missing letter in red.
Which setting to use
| Setting | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1 letter, with word bank | Kindergarten and early readers |
| The vowels | Grade 1–2 vowel sounds and short and long vowel practice |
| 2 letters | Weekly spelling practice in Grades 1–3 |
| Half the letters, no word bank | A spelling challenge for Grades 2–4 |
Use the same list in the word scramble maker and ABC order generator for a full week of spelling practice.
Frequently asked questions
Is the missing letters generator free?
Yes. You can make and print as many missing letter worksheets as you like, with answer keys, without an account.
Which letters are taken away?
You choose: all the vowels, one letter, two letters, or half the letters in each word. At least one letter always stays so every word can be worked out.
Is this good for sight words?
Yes. Missing letter practice makes children look carefully at the letters in each sight word, which helps them remember the spelling.
How can I make it easier?
Take away just one letter and turn on the word bank, so students can check the full spelling of each word.
How many words can I use?
Up to 30 words, each up to 18 letters long.
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