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Initial CH Sentences for Speech Therapy

25 simple sentences for practicing /ch/ in the initial position at carryover level. Every sentence is pronunciation-checked: each word is verified and the target sound is confirmed where it should be.

Why sentence-level practice matters

Sentences are where a practiced sound meets real speech: longer utterances, natural rhythm, and other sounds competing for attention. Accuracy usually dips when a child moves up — that dip is the point of the exercise, not a failure.

Have the child repeat first, then read (if reading), then answer questions using the sentence. When accuracy holds, move the same targets into conversation — the last level before generalization.

All verified Initial CH sentences

  • Chickens chase the big bug.2× /ch/
  • Children choose a red chair.3× /ch/
  • Chefs chop the green cherry.2× /ch/
  • Chimp chews a crisp chip.3× /ch/
  • Chubby child holds a chain.3× /ch/
  • Chase pigs down the path.1× /ch/
  • Chilly chicks chirp at dawn.3× /ch/
  • Chimps check the tall tree.2× /ch/
  • Cheap chains break very fast.2× /ch/
  • Chocolate chunks charm my dog.3× /ch/
  • Chilly children cheer out loud.3× /ch/
  • Chickens choose corn for lunch.2× /ch/
  • Chasing cubs climb up wood.1× /ch/
  • Cheerful chefs chop fresh food.2× /ch/
  • Choose chairs for our group.2× /ch/
  • Chunky chicks chew green grass.3× /ch/
  • Changing clothes takes some time.1× /ch/
  • Charming chicks chase the ball.3× /ch/
  • Chewing cheese tastes very good.2× /ch/
  • Chunky chips cost so much.2× /ch/
  • Chasing dogs catch the stick.1× /ch/
  • Cheerful children choose red paints.3× /ch/
  • Chickens chirp in the coop.2× /ch/
  • Chubby cheeks show big smiles.2× /ch/
  • Choosing clothes is my job.1× /ch/

Every line is checked with the CMU Pronouncing Dictionary: each word's pronunciation is verified, and the target sound is confirmed in the initial position.

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Frequently asked questions

What are Initial CH sentences?
Simple 5–9 word sentences where /ch/ appears in the initial position of at least one word — for example: “Chickens chase the big bug.”, “Children choose a red chair.”
Why do some sentences contain other tricky sounds?
On purpose. At sentence level the goal is carryover into real speech, and real speech contains competing sounds. The target is still verified in position in every sentence.
When should a child move from phrases to sentences?
Typically after consistently accurate phrase-level practice. The SLP guiding the child makes the call — these lists support practice, they do not choose treatment targets.
Can I get sentence-level practice on a printable worksheet?
Yes. Ga-loo generates printable articulation worksheets for /ch/ with a chosen age range and theme, and phonetically checks every word before building the PDF.