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1,000+ Free Z Word Lists, Phrases, Sentences, Stories, Progression Cards, Tongue Twisters, and more!

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Virtual Z Word Flashcards

1 syllable initial z word list, 1 syllable final z word list, 2 syllable initial z word list, 2 syllable medial z word list.

clothesline

2 Syllable Final Z Word List

3 syllable initial z word list.

zigzagging 

3 Syllable Medial Z Word List

trailblazer

3 Syllable Final Z Word List

Santa Clause

merchandise

4 Syllable Initial Z Word List

4 syllable medial z word list.

advertising

imprisonment

observation

preservable

preservation

reservation

4 Syllable Final Z Word List

alphabetize

familiarize

secretaries

universities 

5 Syllable Medial Z Word List

cosmopolitan

observatory

Z Blend Word List

exaggeration

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speech therapy words with z

Virtual Z Phrase Flashcards

Initial z phrases.

she is a czar  the bug went zap my friend zach z is for zebra zeal for learning finding inner zen a lemon’s zest Zeus is mighty zinc helps us zing with joy zip zone fun visit the zoo zoom around quickly

Xerox the papers fun and zany feeling zealous

where is the zebra zephyr is gentle

go to Zion zip code numbers my jacket zipper

a funny zombie zonal maps show areas i see Zachary where is Zambia? Zanzibar has beaches the fast Zebrafish zigzagging through the park the zodiac has signs no more zuccinni zoography studies animal life

a zoologist loves animals i love zoology Zacharius loves history

zigzag to the finish a zillion stars

Medial Z Phrases

appraised the value asthma affects breathing ancient Aztec culture beeswax makes candles wear a blazer a blizzard is coming funny bozo clown

Brazil has rainforests a big bruiser always busy bee

the buzzer rang Caesar was a leader yummy cheesecake treat so cheesy and fun use a chisel chosen for the team

cleanser for the skin

in the closet hang clothes online clip with clothespin

clumsy like a bear

cosmic stars above

the vast cosmos

my cousin is funny

a cozy blanket

that was crazy!

pretty daisy flower

dazzle with bright colors

a sandy desert

everyone deserves kindness

design your own shirt

follow your desire

yummy dessert time

a common disease

the day was dismal

dissolve the sugar

feeling dizzy today

he doesn’t like it

dozing on the couch

a light drizzle fell

draw with an easel

this is easy!

the soda will fizzle

the paper is flimsy

put food in freezer

a wild frenzy starts

frizzle the bacon nice

the frozen treat

fuzzy little puppy

a grizzly bear

that’s a hazard

hazel eyes sparkle

my husband cooks

sweet jasmine scent

Kaiser is a name

Kansas has fields

the laser is bright

feeling lazy today

Liza loves to sing

the lizard is green

that’s a loser move

this pizza is lousy

be careful of measles

Moses led the way

music makes me happy

don’t muzzle the dog

nasal spray helps

read the newsprint

that sounds noisy!

a little nosy

observe the birds

the tower in Pisa

a pleasant surprise

don’t poison the plants

preserve the old book

the prison is big

let’s do the puzzle

eat a raisin

use a razor safely

there’s a reason why

the razorback ran fast

a refusal to help

they resemble each other

the reservoir is full

a kind resident

don’t forget to resume

Susanna loves to dance

a trailblazer in school

the visitor came early

advertising can be fun

a tasty appetizer

very desirable gift

divisible by two

Elizabeth is my friend

the fertilizer helps

the line is horizontal

the imprisonment was unfair

he caught influenza

the invisible cat

Kalamazoo is a place

feeling miserable today

Montezuma had power

the observation was clear

that food is preservable

the preservation of nature

make a reservation

stick to your resolution

a stabilizer helps

the supervisor watches

use the vaporizer

let’s do some resing

resist the temptation

we’ll resort to this

sounds will resound

the result was fun

resume your game

he has risen high

cut with scissors

the new season

sizzle on the grill

a sleazy trick

feel a spasm

Susan likes to play

that’s a funny teaser

a thousand stars shine

Thursday is almost here

that’s considered treason

wearing loose trousers

Tuesday is special

I need tweezers now

a user-friendly app

put on your visor

watch out for the weasel

the wizard casts spells

become wiser with age

the accuser spoke

Alonzo loves baseball

the advisor is wise

what an amazing view!

the Amazon is huge

he has a bazooka

the bulldozer moved earth

a great composer

she uses cosmetic cream

make a deposit today

a big disaster struck

it’s easier than that

look at the horizon

read a magazine

his misery was clear

Missouri is my home

the musician played well

read the newspaper

observing the nature

the opposite is true

the physician is here

take your position

the president spoke

a prisoner escaped

sweet raspberry treat

Final Z Phrases

bees buzzing in flowers

the fire will blaze

feeling the blues today

boys playing outside now

a gentle breeze blows

buzzing sounds all around

a good cause helps

cheese makes me smile

choose your favorite game

she chose the red

a funny clause here

close the door gently

a new craze starts

loud cries fill air

crows caw in trees

let’s take a cruise

summer days are here

in a daze today

the flower dies slowly

does it really matter?

art draws my eye

the sun dries clothes

pay your dues today

find some ease here

bright eyes shine bright

water flows in streams

watch out for fleas

time flows so quickly

the pond will freeze

hot fries are ready

ice cream froze fast

let’s fuse these colors

gaze at the stars

glaze the cookies now

the moonlight glows softly

the car goes fast

cows graze in fields

he has a toy

the thick haze lingers

he’s my best friend

turn on the hose

it is a nice day

jazz music plays sweetly

ring the keys softly

bend your knees here

the law protects us

he lies on grass

silly Liz is here

check the latest news

make some noise today

touch your nose gently

one’s enough for me

ooze from the jar

take a pause here

cat paws pat softly

eat your green peas

we’re in the same phase

bake some fresh pies

please be my friend

strike a fun pose

visit the universities

give a loud praise

win the first prize

take a fun quiz

let’s all rise up

count the neat rows

she says it’s cool

calm seas are nice

she sees it clearly

she’s my best buddy

let the dog snooze

the bright blue skies

find the right size

the sneaky spies watch

don’t tease your friends

tie your shoes tight

play with the toys

count your ten toes

set the trays out

we’ll take two cookies

what we use here

was that really fun?

don’t wheeze too much

whose turn is next?

you are so wise

the flames are ablaze

don’t use that word

do not abuse toys

you can accuse me

let’s all amuse ourselves

give a loud applause

we will arise together

he arose from sleep

shoot the arrows straight

baptize the new baby

the bases are loaded

because it’s fun here

will they bulldoze it?

count the commas now

let’s compose a song

he team will comprise

measure the degrees now

they despise bad behavior

don’t spread disease here

put on a disguise

the echoes are loud

enclose the special gift

read your essays carefully

let’s expose the truth

the judges are fair

don’t misuse your time

they will oppose change

count the puzzle pieces

the pillows are soft

let’s propose a game

never refuse help

let’s revise this work

the series is fun

count the sixes fast

tell me your stories

Z Artic Database

speech therapy words with z

Z Sentences

Virtual z sentence flashcards, initial z sentences.

The czar ruled the kingdom with great power.

I saw a zap of bright lightning last night.

Zack loves to play basketball with his friends.

The letter “Z” is the last letter in the alphabet.

She danced with zeal at the school talent show.

Finding zen helps me feel calm and relaxed.

He added zest to the dish with lemon juice.

Zeus is the powerful god of thunder and lightning.

Zinc is an important mineral for our health.

The song has a nice zing to it today.

Let’s go to the zip zone at the fair!

We visited the zoo and saw many animals.

The car will zoom past us very quickly.

I need to Xerox this page for my project.

Her zany ideas always make us laugh loudly.

The zealous fans cheered for their favorite team.

The zebra has black and white stripes on it.

A gentle zephyr blew through the open window.

The score was zero at the end of the game.

He drew a zigzag line on his paper.

There are a zillion stars in the night sky.

Zion is a beautiful place to explore and hike.

The zip code is important for our address.

I need a new zipper for my jacket.

The zombie movie scared me last night.

They created a zonal map for the project.

Zachary loves to read about dinosaurs and space.

Zambia is known for its beautiful landscapes and wildlife.

Zanzibar has beautiful beaches and clear blue waters.

The zebrafish is a popular pet in aquariums.

She is zigzagging through the obstacle course quickly.

People believe in their zodiac signs and horoscopes.

I like to eat zucchini in my salad.

Zoography studies the habits of different animals.

A zoologist studies animals and their behaviors closely.

Zacharius always tells interesting stories to his friends.

Medial Z Sentences

The appraised value of my house is very high.

He struggles with asthma during allergy season each year.

The Aztec civilization was known for its amazing pyramids.

We made candles using melted beeswax in art class.

She wore a stylish blazer for the presentation today.

The blizzard covered everything in a thick white snow.

The bozo at the party made everyone laugh so hard.

Brazil is famous for its beautiful rainforests and beaches.

That boy is a bruiser on the football field.

I have a busy schedule with school and activities.

The buzzer sounded, signaling the end of the game.

Caesar was a famous Roman leader in history.

I love cheesecake with strawberries and whipped cream.

His joke was really cheesy but still made us laugh.

I used a chisel to carve a piece of wood.

She was chosen for the school play this year.

We use a cleanser to make the counters shine.

The closet was filled with clothes and shoes everywhere.

The clothesline swayed gently in the summer breeze.

I used a clothespin to hang my artwork outside.

He is a bit clumsy when he runs fast.

The cosmic display of stars lit up the night.

We learned about the cosmos in science class today.

My cousin is coming to visit for the weekend.

The cozy blanket kept me warm on chilly nights.

That movie was crazy and filled with funny moments.

The daisy flowers bloomed beautifully in the spring garden.

The fireworks dazzle the sky every Fourth of July.

The desert is hot and dry during the day.

Everyone deserves a chance to succeed and shine.

She worked hard to design a new playground.

His desire to help others is truly inspiring.

Chocolate is my favorite dessert after dinner each night.

I learned about disease prevention in health class today.

The dismal weather kept everyone indoors all weekend.

You can dissolve sugar in water very easily.

After spinning, I felt dizzy and needed to sit.

He doesn’t like to eat vegetables at dinner.

The dizeb was a unique word we learned today.

The cat was dozing peacefully in the sun.

I saw a light drizzle falling from the sky.

The easel held my artwork while I painted.

Her homework was easy and completed in minutes.

The soda will fizzle if you shake it hard.

The flimsy paper tore when I tried to fold it.

I put the leftovers in the freezer for later.

There was a frenzy of excitement at the concert.

Watch the butter frizzle while cooking on the stove.

The frozen dessert tasted delicious on a hot day.

The fuzzy kitten snuggled close to my side.

The grizzly bear wandered through the forest nearby.

That tree is a hazard during a stormy night.

Her hazel eyes sparkled in the sunlight today.

My husband loves to cook delicious meals for us.

The jasmine flowers smell wonderful in the garden.

Kaiser is a nickname for a German emperor.

Kansas is known for its beautiful sunflowers in summer.

The laser light show amazed everyone at the event.

I felt lazy after eating a big lunch today.

Liza loves to read stories about magical adventures.

The lizard basked on the warm rock all day.

He felt like a loser after the game ended.

That movie was really lousy and not funny at all.

I do not want Measles. 

My friend Moses is here.

The music played softly in the background during dinner.

Don’t muzzle the dog; he wants to bark.

The nasal spray helped clear my stuffy nose.

We printed the newsprint for the school newspaper.

The noisy crowd cheered for their favorite team.

The nosy neighbor peeked through the window again.

I enjoy observing birds in the park every weekend.

The tower in Pisa leans at an angle.

This is a pleasant place to relax and read.

Poisonous plants can be dangerous to pets and people.

I preserve fruits in jars for winter months ahead.

The prisoner was finally released after serving time.

The puzzle took us hours to complete together.

A raisin is a dried grape that I enjoy.

Be careful with that razor; it’s very sharp.

My reason for being here is to help you.

I need to reserve a table at the restaurant.

She is raising the plant to grow properly.

It is important to resist peer pressure from friends.

The beach is a nice resort to visit often.

The sounds of laughter resound through the joyful room.

The result of the test surprised everyone in class.

I will resume my studies after lunch today.

The balloon has risen high into the sky.

We need scissors to cut the wrapping paper.

Every season brings its own unique beauty to nature.

The eggs will sizzle when cooked on the stove.

That movie was too sleazy for my taste.

He felt a spasm in his leg after running.

Susan is a great friend and always helps me.

The teaser trailer got everyone excited for the movie.

I have a thousand things to do today.

Thursday is my favorite day of the week.

Treason is a serious crime against the country.

My trouser pockets are always full of treasures.

I have a special outfit for Tuesday’s event.

The trouser material is soft and comfortable to wear.

I have math class every Tuesday at school.

I use tweezers to pick up small objects carefully.

As a user, I appreciate helpful apps on my phone.

I visit my grandparents every Sunday afternoon.

The visor kept the sun out of my eyes.

The weasel scurried across the path quickly.

The wizard cast a spell to help his friends.

My older sister is wiser than I am.

The accuser claimed he was innocent in the trial.

Alonzo loves to play soccer with his friends.

My advisor helped me choose the right classes.

That was an amazing performance at the concert.

The Amazon rainforest is home to many animals.

He pretended to shoot a bazooka in the game.

The bulldozer cleared the land for the new park.

The composer created beautiful music for the movie.

She used cosmetics to brighten her cheeks.

You need to deposit money in your account.

A disaster struck when the storm hit our town.

This problem is easier than it looks at first.

The horizon was beautiful during the sunset last night.

I found a magazine filled with cool crafts.

Her misery was clear when she lost her pet.

Missouri is known for its rolling hills and rivers.

The musician played beautifully during the school concert.

I read the newspaper every morning for news.

He was observing the stars through the telescope.

The opposite of hot is cold during winter.

The physician gave me advice for staying healthy.

I need to change my position for comfort.

The president spoke to the nation about peace.

The prisoner learned valuable skills while in jail.

A raspberry is a sweet berry I enjoy eating.

The razorback is a type of wild pig.

His refusal to help surprised everyone in the group.

They begin to resemble each other more and more.

The reservoir holds water for the entire city.

Every resident in the neighborhood knows each other well.

Please send me your resume for the job.

Susanna loves to paint and draw during art class.

The trailblazer paved the way for future generations.

A visitor came to share stories with us today.

Advertising helps businesses reach new customers quickly.

An appetizer is served before the main meal.

This toy is very desirable for young children today.

The number twelve is divisible by three easily.

Elizabeth loves to read books about animals.

Fertilizer helps the plants grow big and strong.

The horizontal line was drawn perfectly on the paper.

Imprisonment can change a person’s life forever.

Influenza spreads quickly during the winter months.

The invisible ink disappeared before our very eyes.

Kalamazoo is a fun place to visit often.

She felt miserable when her friend moved away.

Montezuma was an important leader in history books.

Observation helps scientists understand the world better.

These fruits are preservable for a long time.

The preservation of history is very important to us.

We need to make a reservation for dinner.

The resolution was to be kinder this year.

A stabilizer helps keep the plane flying smoothly.

The supervisor checked everyone’s work for quality today.

The vaporizer fills the room with nice scents.

Final Z Sentences

The bees buzz around the colorful flowers in spring.

The fire began to blaze brightly in the fireplace.

She loves listening to the blues on a rainy day.

The boys played soccer in the sunny park today.

A gentle breeze made the warm day feel nice.

The buzz of excitement filled the room before the show.

The loud noise can cause distractions during class.

I enjoy cheese on my sandwiches and crackers.

You can choose your favorite flavor of ice cream.

He chose to ride his bike to school today.

The contract has a clause about vacation days.

Please close the door quietly behind you.

The latest dance craze is sweeping the country now.

The baby cries whenever he is hungry or tired.

Crows caw loudly from the trees in the morning.

We plan to cruise around the lake this weekend.

The sunny days of summer are always the best.

I fell into a daze while listening to music.

The plant dies without enough sunlight and water.

She always does her homework before dinner.

He draws pictures in his notebook every day.

The towel dries quickly in the warm sun.

Make sure to pay your dues for the club.

Take a deep breath to ease your worries.

Her bright eyes sparkled with joy and excitement.

The river flows gently through the green valley.

The dog scratched at the fleas on his fur.

The river flows steadily after the heavy rain.

Water will freeze if the temperature drops low.

I love crispy fries with my burger for lunch.

The ice cream froze solid in the freezer overnight.

The wires will fuse together if they touch.

He likes to gaze at the stars at night.

The glaze on the pottery makes it shiny and bright.

The light glows softly in the dark room.

The train goes to the next station every hour.

The cows graze peacefully in the green pasture.

She has a great sense of humor and fun.

A light haze covered the mountains in the distance.

He’s always ready to help his friends.

The garden hose leaks water when not used carefully.

The dog is barking at the neighbor’s cat.

The jazz band played lively music at the festival.

She lost her keys somewhere in the house.

He hurt his knees while playing basketball.

The law protects people’s rights and freedoms.

The cat lies on the warm windowsill every afternoon.

Liz loves to paint and draw in her free time.

The news on TV covered the big storm today.

The noise from the crowd was very loud.

The dog sniffed the air with his nose.

The ones who help are always appreciated.

The syrup will ooze from the bottle if opened.

Let’s take a pause before we continue our work.

The cat’s paws were muddy after playing outside.

The garden is filled with fresh peas this season.

We are in the last phase of the project.

The baker made delicious pies for the bake sale.

Please pass the salt and please hand me that.

He always strikes a pose for the camera.

Everyone should praise their friends for hard work.

She won a prize for her amazing art project.

He took a quiz about animals in class today.

I see the sun begin to rise in the east.

The farmer rows the boat across the pond.

She says she’ll help me with my homework.

The waves crash against the shores of the seas.

He sees a rainbow after the rain stops.

She’s excited to go to the amusement park.

Let’s snooze a bit longer before waking up.

The bright blue skies are perfect for flying kites.

The size of the pumpkin was quite impressive.

The spies gathered secret information during the mission.

Please don’t tease your little brother anymore today.

These cookies are delicious and baked just right.

The ties in my closet are all very colorful.

The toys are neatly arranged on the shelf.

He stubbed his toes on the coffee table leg.

The trays are filled with cupcakes for the party.

We have twos and threes in our math class.

I use my phone to call my friends often.

The day was beautiful and warm, just like yesterday.

He was feeling dizzy after spinning around.

The wheeze in her voice showed she was sick.

Whose backpack is lying on the ground here?

She is wise beyond her years, that’s for sure.

The fire was ablaze with bright, dancing flames.

No one should abuse animals or treat them badly.

Don’t accuse others without knowing the truth first.

They like to amuse us with their funny jokes.

The audience gave applause after the performance ended.

We should arise early to see the sunrise.

He arose from his chair to greet the guests.

The arrows flew straight toward the target board.

We will baptize the baby in the river tomorrow.

The baseball team has two bases to reach home.

We work hard because we want to succeed.

The dulldoze made him feel very sleepy and tired.

Make sure to use commas when writing sentences.

The authors compose beautiful stories for children to read.

The team will comprise many talented players this season.

The temperature dropped several degrees during the night.

Many people despise waiting in long lines for food.

Doctors help treat disease and keep us healthy.

She wore a disguise to hide her true identity.

The echoes of the music filled the empty hall.

Please enclose the documents in the envelope carefully.

We wrote essays about our favorite books in class.

The light will expose hidden details in the picture.

The judges decided the winner of the contest.

We must not misuse our powers and abilities.

You can oppose that idea if you want to.

There are pieces of cake left on the table.

The pillows on the couch are very comfortable.

They will propose a new plan for the project.

I refuse to eat vegetables that I dislike.

Please revise your essay before turning it in.

This series of books is very popular with kids.

I collected sixes and sevens in the game.

We love reading stories by our favorite authors.

The sunrise was breathtaking over the quiet beach.

The surprise party was planned for her birthday.

She can do a trick on the trapeze at school.

Whereas the first book was long, this one is shorter.

Companies advertise their products on television and online.

Alcatraz is a famous island with a rich history.

We eat bananas for breakfast with our cereal.

Let’s find a compromise that works for everyone.

Please don’t criticize others without offering solutions.

It’s important to empathize with others’ feelings and experiences.

Regular exercise keeps us healthy and feeling good.

Kids love to fantasize about magical adventures in stories.

Vaccines help immunize us against serious diseases.

I learned about Japanese culture in my history class.

Mayonnaise is a common condiment for sandwiches.

I need to memorize my lines for the play.

The store sells merchandise from many popular brands.

We should modernize our classroom with new technology.

Let’s organize the books on the shelf by author.

I like to eat potatoes mashed with butter.

You will realize your potential if you try hard.

I can recognize my friends from a distance.

Santa Claus brings gifts to children every Christmas.

The teacher will supervise the students during the test.

Scientists theorize about the mysteries of the universe.

The farmers grow tomatoes in their sunny fields.

Many tragedies happen in movies to create drama.

We must alphabetize the books on the shelf today.

We should not antagonize others to keep the peace.

I want to apologize for my earlier behavior.

Teachers will familiarize students with new topics each week. We can generalize our findings based on the data.

The refineries process oil into usable products.

Secretaries help keep businesses organized and running smoothly.

Many societies value education and community support.

Universities offer a wide range of programs to study.

Z Sentence Creator

Virtual z story.

In the vibrant land of Zambia, there lived a zealous zoologist named Zachary. With a zest for adventure, Zachary was on a mission to find the zany zebrafish that swam in the crystal-clear rivers. He had heard stories about these zebrafish from his friend, who claimed they had a zigzag pattern that dazzled anyone who saw them. Inspired by the tales of their zippy movements, Zachary packed his gear and set out, determined to explore the zany underwater world.

As he wandered through the lush landscape, the gentle zephyr rustled the leaves overhead. Zachary stopped to observe a nearby zoo where animals roamed freely. He noticed how the zebras strutted with pride, their stripes making a striking contrast against the green grass. “I wish I could zoom underwater like those zebrafish!” he thought. Suddenly, he spotted a colorful flash beneath the surface of the water. His heart raced with excitement as he dove in, ready to find the zany fish he had been dreaming about.

With each splash, Zachary felt like a czar of the aquatic kingdom, commanding the attention of all the creatures. He zigzagged through the water, his eyes scanning for the unique colors of the zebrafish. “Zing! There they are!” he exclaimed as he spotted a school of zebrafish darting by, their patterns dazzling in the sunlight. With joy bubbling inside him, Zachary realized that his quest was a success, and he had discovered the magic of Zambia’s underwater wonders.

In the sunny land of Brazil, there lived a zesty lizard named Jasmine. She had a zeal for life and a desire for something special: amazing cheesecake! Rumor had it that the best cheesecake in the world was found at a cozy café in the bustling city. Jasmine’s cousin had appraised it as the tastiest dessert around, so she zipped up her tiny blazer, packed her things, and set off on her journey, eager to savor each delicious bite.

As Jasmine traveled, she zigzagged through lush jungles, dodging busy bees and zany bozo monkeys. Her path was often dizzying, filled with dazzling flowers and the occasional buzzing of insects. “This adventure is crazy!” she thought, feeling a delightful thrill with every step. However, Jasmine’s excitement soon turned to concern when she stumbled into a blizzard of butterflies swirling around her. “This must be a sign!” she declared, laughing at her clumsy mistake as she tried to escape their colorful chaos and the zippy breeze.

Finally, after many zigzags and dizzy spells, Jasmine reached the café. She saw the cheesecake displayed like a glorious Aztec monument, gleaming under the zesty sun. With her eyes sparkling, she ordered a slice, and the creamy dessert melted in her mouth. “This cheesecake truly deserves a zillion stars!” she exclaimed, feeling as though she had won a cosmic prize. Satisfied and happy, Jasmine savored her well-earned treat, knowing this adventure was one she would never forget. With a full belly and a dazzling smile, she couldn’t wait for her next zany adventure.

Santa Claus with a special gift: juicy tomatoes and creamy mayonnaise! With a zest for creativity, they decided to organize a surprise party, hoping to amuse Santa with their tasty treats. “Let’s choose the ripest tomatoes!” exclaimed Buzz, the bravest bee, as they zigzagged around their little hive. The excitement made them dance in the warm breeze, their wings glimmering like tiny jewels.

As the days passed, the bees worked diligently, collecting the finest ingredients. They drew up a zesty plan to create a dazzling dish that would make Santa’s eyes light up. They practiced their cooking skills, mixing and matching flavors with zeal and zest. “We can glaze the tomatoes and add a pinch of cheesy goodness for fun!” suggested Bea, whose culinary skills always amazed her friends. Meanwhile, they could hear the distant cries of crows and the gentle buzz of the zephyr, reminding them of the time they had left. They needed to finish before the first snowflakes began to drizzle down!

Finally, the day arrived. The bees zipped and zoomed, carrying their colorful tomatoes to the main square, where they would present their dish to Santa. They placed everything on a shiny tray, arranged with care. As Santa arrived, the bees gazed in anticipation, their hearts racing with excitement. “Surprise!” they buzzed in unison, their voices ringing like joyful bells. Santa’s eyes widened with delight. “This is a fantastic treat!” he exclaimed, laughing joyfully. The bees felt a zillion butterflies in their stomachs as they watched Santa savor their creation, knowing they had created a magical moment together.

Z Animated Articulation Videos

speech therapy words with z

Z Progression Cards & Tongue Twisters

Virtual z progression cards and tongue twisters.

speech therapy words with z

Z Tongue Twisters

The zany zombie zoomed by the Zebra’s toes.

A lizard won a prize for eating the most fries and pizza before dessert

A wizard gave me a birthday present of puzzles, fuzzy roses, and crayons

There were a zillion buzzing bees making honey for the zombies and zebras.

The Zebras ran in zigzags because their toes were frozen!

The cows tails started acting crazy after they dipped them in poison.

Buzz wore his new shoes to the zoo and chased all the pigs around.

In my freezer, I have lizard toes, frozen shoes, and bananas

The kids used scissors to cut the zip-line, so the zombies couldn’t catch them.

I need a water hose and a freezer full of cheese and fries in the desert.

I had two dreams my lizard, Zach, stole my fries on Thursday

The zookeeper couldn’t close the bag of apples because the zipper broke!

A crazy wizard said he got a zero on his test, but he turned water to poison!

My toes started to freeze after I stepped in poison while chasing those bees

The zebra found zero fries in the desert on Tuesday

Zach saw a zillion letter zs when he was reading a magazine.

Zippy the Zombie was zapped by lighting when he went to the cow’s zoo.

The wizard taught his zany class that cheese tastes like toes and shoes

Buzzing bees blaze by big, zany boys.

Zany zebras zigzagging in a breezy haze.

Zack’s zealous gaze glows like the sunset’s zest.

The cozy zoo zooms with zesty animals galore.

Crazy crows cause a noisy craze with their cries.

Lazy Liz loves to pose with bright green peas.

A dazzling daisy dazzles the busy, buzzing bees.

The zippy zookeeper zips through the zoo’s zones.

Blazing blues buzz loudly in the summer haze.

The zipper on Zack’s snazzy blazer zips smoothly.

Zephyr winds blow as the sunset glows golden.

The fuzzy lizard lazily loves to sunbathe here.

Zero flies were found on the zesty cheese.

My nose sees the zesty prize pies in sight.

Does the jazzy music make you daze in bliss?

The cheese fries freeze on the hot summer days.

Boys choose colorful toys from the cozy closet.

Clumsy kittens crawl close to the busy, buzzing bees.

The fizzing soda made the boy rise with zeal.

The big blizzard brings a chilly daze of snow.

Liz’s cozy sweater feels like a warm, fuzzy hug.

A zillion stars shine in the night skies above.

The jazzy music makes the bees dance with glee.

Zack’s zany antics cause a huge, loud laugh.

I see a breeze that flows through leafy trees.

My fuzzy dog digs zany holes in the dirt.

The cool breeze brings a cozy feel of ease.

Fluffy clouds graze the bright skies overhead.

Liz will freeze if she goes outside in December.

Please don’t tease the tired little buzzing bee.

The buzzing bees fly toward the creamy cheese.

Zack’s zealous zest makes everyone smile and giggle!

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Learn how to say the z sound, and use our animated video flashcards tips and tricks on how to make your articulation target sounds.

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Whether you are an SLP, teacher, or parent looking for free Z word lists, phrases, sentences, stories, or conversational pictures, we hope that your find all of or free virtual speech therapy resources beneficial!

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A lot of our materials and games are open ended so feel free to use them however you see fit.  Whether it is using them with a board game, for drill practice, or using them to help the generalization of the speech sound, we hope they are useful!

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225+ Free Z Words for Speech Therapy Articulation + PDF

As a speech-language pathologist working in the elementary setting, there was always some part of my day that was spent on articulation therapy. It was rare to not have an articulation student on a particular day. That’s why today I will be sharing with you a list of z words for speech therapy. My goal is to make your therapy planning that much easier!

Z Words Speech Therapy

If you have a student or client working on the z sounds then be sure to check out my word lists along with my interactive articulation flash cards below.

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Use the links below to help navigate this post:

  • Z Words Overview
  • Flash Cards – Initial Z (word, phrase, sentence, + question)
  • Word Level – Initial Z
  • Flash Cards – Medial Z (word, phrase, sentence, + question)
  • Word Level – Medial Z
  • Word Level – Final Z
  • Phrase Level – Initial Z
  • Phrase Level – Medial Z
  • Phrase Level – Final Z
  • Sentence Level – Initial Z
  • Sentence Level Medial Z
  • Sentence Level Final Z
  • Additional Z Word Resources

Correct Production

The mouth position for the z sound is actually made the exact same as the s sound by lightly placing the tip of your tongue on the roof of your mouth (the ridge right behind your upper front teeth).

Be sure to place the sides of the tongue against the upper side of your teeth to allow for the passage of air to go down the center of the tongue.

Then while smiling and vibrating your vocal cords blow a skinny stream of air over the center of your tongue (you do not want the air to come out the sides of the tongue otherwise you will produce a lateral lisp of the z sound).

You can tell that you’re vibrating your vocal folds by placing your hand on your larynx (where an adam apple is located) and feel for a vibration. This is the only difference between the s and z sounds. 

You can even play around by turning your voice (vibrating vocal folds on and off) and go back and forth between the s and z speech sounds. Kinda cool, huh?

If you’d love to have a handy visual cue to provide parents or to use in your therapy room you’ll want to grab these Speech Sound Visual Posters created by A Perfect Blend .

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  • Lateral Lisp: A lateral lisp or lateral distortions happens when air escapes out the sides of your teeth. To help reduce a lateral lisp encourage your client or student to place the sides of their tongue against the upper side of their teeth to allow the passage of air to go down the center of the tongue instead of out the sides of the teeth. The lateral lisp sounds like a “slushy” s sound.
  • Interdental Lisp or Frontal Lisp: An interdental lisp or frontal lisp happens when the tongue protrudes between the front teeth. This causes the s and z sound to be produced as the /th/ sound. The word ‘zebra’ is then produced as ‘theebra’.

Years of Age

The z sound is a later developing sound. Children will begin to develop the sound around the age of 3.5 years old and should have the z sound master by the age of 8 years old. 

If you believe your child might have an articulation disorder then you’ll want to seek out a speech language pathologist to see if your child would qualify for a speech therapy session and for the speech therapist to provide you with a therapy road map for your child.

Target Word Examples

Here is a list of single words with the target sound z for you to use in therapy or for at-home practice.

  • For Example: zebra, zoo, zit, zap, zig-zag, zip, zombie 

See full list of words, phrases, and sentences below.

Be sure to grab my one page digital download freebie of initial z sounds below. Simply scroll to the bottom of this post and grab your free copy!

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Word Positions: Z Words Speech Therapy 

Initial position of words.

The initial position of the z sound is at the beginning of a word. For example, “zoo” or “zebra”.

Medial Position of Words

Some words have the z sound in the medial position of a word, such as “wizard”, “dozen”, and “lizard”.

Final Position

The final positions of words are when the target sound is at the end of the word. For example, “sneeze” or “please” are both made at the ends of words.

Z Word Lists at Word Level

Some ways to practice include having your child or student say each z word one by one as they go through a list. 

Using a dot marker can also be a great way to practice having your child put a dot under each z sound. 

In addition, I’ve compiled an easy-to-download one-page overview of the z sounds below. Simply scroll down to the bottom of this post and download your free copy.

  • 1 Syllable: zoo, zit, zap, zip, zinc, zoom, zest, zone, zen, Zack, Zeus, Zoe, zero, Z, Zed
  • 2 Syllable: zebra, zig-zag, zero, zany, ziti, zippy, zoning, zealous, zipper, zooming, zesty, Zealand, Zelda, zillion, zombie, zipcode, zester
  • 3 Syllable: Zamboni, zucchini, Zambia, zoology, zaniness, zookeeper, xylophone, zebra fish, zeppelin, zeroing, zigzagging, zinnia, zodiac
  • 4 Syllable: zoography, zoology

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Initial Z Words Speech Therapy

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Medial Z Words Speech Therapy

Final z words speech therapy, see also: 21 best reinforcement games for speech therapy.

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Short Sentences or Phrases

When working on the z sound production, it’s important to work on short phrases once your child or student has mastered the sound at the word level at or near 80% or higher accuracy.

Here is a list of z word phrases to try:

Initial Z Words Speech Therapy in Phrases

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Medial Z Words Speech Therapy in Phrases

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Final Z Words Speech Therapy in Phrases

See also: free articulation games for speech therapy, sentence levels: z words speech therapy.

The next step after working at the word and phrase levels is to work on the z sound at the sentence level.

For example, you could give your child or student a list of sentences to read aloud while they work on their z sound. 

Another idea would be to give your child or student pictures with their z sound in them and then have them create a sentence about those pictures.

Below is a list of sentences to use with your child or students.

Initial Z Words Speech Therapy in Sentences

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Medial Z Words Speech Therapy in Sentences

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Final Z Words Speech Therapy in Sentences

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Z Words Speech Therapy Resources

Do you need a list of s blends in addition to the z sound?

You’re in luck! I just completed my s blends post. You can check it out here !

Tongue Twisters

Are you looking to add some fun and engaging activities to your therapy sessions? 

Tongue twisters can be a fun way to work on a skill that can be sometimes boring and repetitive. Here are a few that you might enjoy using in your next therapy session.

  • 26 Tongue Twisters ABC and Phonics all the way through A to Z by Making English Fun is a fun and engaging activity including both pictures and text.
  • Alliteration Anecdotes A-Z cover by All In Alliteration has 26 amusing anecdotes.

Boom cards are another fun and engaging way to strengthen your child or student’s articulation skills.

Here are a few favorite boom cards to work on the z sounds: 

  • FREE Shoot Hoops For /Z/ Sounds BOOM Cards by Petite Speech Geek prompts students to shoot basketballs into the hoop and say the target sound /z/ after! This includes initial, medial and final z! 
  • Minimal Pairs s/z by Speech Yazmin is a fun and interactive set of boom cards that focus on Z and S sounds! 
  • Free Articulation Program for /Z/ (+ BOOM Cards) for Speech Therapy by Itty Bitty Speechie is an inclusive program that has a great set of interactive Z boom cards! 

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Parent guide.

If you’re on the hunt for some helpful guides for parents when working on articulation therapy be sure to check out the following resources:

  • Progression of Articulation Therapy – Parent Handout created by Where Language Grows . This is a great, one page resource for parents that covers the following articulation topics: Isolation, Syllables, Words, Sentences, Stories, Conversation, Maintenance and Monitoring.
  • Free Parent Handout Tips of Caregivers “Articulation” created by A Simple Home SLP . This is a wonderful resource created to help parents practice articulation with their parents or caregivers.
  • Speech Sound Development Chart for Parents created by GoldCountrySLP On-the-Go SLP . This is a one page speech sound development chart that can be given to parents and caregivers! 

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Z Activities 

Looking for a fun way to send home articulation therapy practice? Try sending home some games or coloring pages for easy at-home therapy.

  • Articulation S & Z FREE Dice Activity by The Speech Spot Creations is a fun activity that targets the sound Z. 
  • Free Printable Alphabet Mnemonic Letters A to Z Coloring Pages by Amo – English is a set of Z illustrations to print and color! 
  • FREE Init ial Z Articulation Story by The Speech Spot Creations is a fun and engaging story to read to practice Z articulation! It includes words in initial, medial, and final Z. 

In Conclusion: Z Words Speech Therapy

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