The -um word family read-and-color page
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Read each word, then color the picture beside it in the matching color.
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The -um word family — Read-and-color page
Read each word, then color the picture beside it in the matching color.
Name: ______________________ Date: ____________
gum
hum
bum
mum
sum
chum
drum
plum
scum
slum
strum
Get the most out of this sheet
- Read the words aloud together before your child picks up a pencil.
- Read each word, then color the picture beside it in the matching color.
- Finish by having them read every word back to you with the sheet covered.
- Keep it to ten minutes. Short and frequent beats long and rare.
Common questions
Is this -um word family read-and-color page free?
Yes — free to print, save as PDF and photocopy for home or classroom use. No signup, no email, no watermark.
How many words are on the sheet?
11 words, chosen to fit comfortably on a single printed page.
What age is this read-and-color page for?
Ages 3–7 — preschool through first grade, depending on the topic.
Can I use these read-and-color pages in my classroom?
Yes. Teachers are welcome to print and copy them for their own class.
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