Spelling list: The short /oo/ sound

Welcome to this list on the short /oo/ sound!

In this list, you will explore words where the letters oo create a sound similar to that in book or foot . These words are used in everyday conversation - learning them will help you build your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation. Notice how the sound is crisp yet brief, making it distinct from the long /oo/ sound found in other words.

As you work through examples like good, wood, and cook, you will gain confidence in spelling this pattern. Try a Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check activity to support your learning.

good	I could see from his smile that he was in a good mood.
wood	Could you chop some wood for the fire?
cook	We cook in the kitchen. *
look	He tried not to look into the bright light.
soot	The fireplace was covered in soot.
foot	I dipped my foot in the freezing water.
wool	Her new sweater was made from wool.