W is for Wonderful Words
Explore five W words in English, Urdu, Spanish, and French.
Words for W
Tap or press a pronunciation hint to hear the word. The written hint is an informal reading guide.
Watermelon
| English | Watermelon | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | تربوز | |
| Spanish | Sandía | |
| French | Pastèque |
Fun fact: Watermelons are full of juicy red fruit.
Watch
| English | Watch | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | گھڑی | |
| Spanish | Reloj | |
| French | Montre |
Fun fact: A watch helps tell time.
Whale
| English | Whale | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | وہیل | |
| Spanish | Ballena | |
| French | Baleine |
Fun fact: Whales are very large ocean animals.
Window
| English | Window | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | کھڑکی | |
| Spanish | Ventana | |
| French | Fenêtre |
Fun fact: Windows let light into rooms.
Wheel
| English | Wheel | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | پہیہ | |
| Spanish | Rueda | |
| French | Roue |
Fun fact: Wheels roll to help things move.
Wagon
| English | Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | ویگن | |
| Spanish | Carrito | |
| French | Chariot |
Fun fact: A wagon carries things on wheels.
Wallet
| English | Wallet | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | بٹوا | |
| Spanish | Cartera | |
| French | Portefeuille |
Fun fact: A wallet holds money and cards.
Worm
| English | Worm | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | کیڑا | |
| Spanish | Gusano | |
| French | Ver |
Fun fact: Worms help keep soil healthy.
Let's Play
- Roll your arms like wagon wheels.
- Tap your wrist where a watch would sit.
- Move both arms like a whale swimming.
- Draw a window shape in the air.
- Wiggle one finger like a worm hiding in the soil.
Parent Corner
- Recognize uppercase W and lowercase w.
- Say each word slowly and warmly.
- Try one word in all four languages.
- Let the child point, repeat, or simply listen.
Memory Box
Date: ______________________
Favorite picture: ______________________
New word the child tried: ______________________
A note to remember: ______________________