Enhance your child's reading skills with our engaging Phonics Worksheets designed specifically for ages 5-7! These interactive printable worksheets provide a solid foundation in phonics, helping young learners connect sounds with letters, recognize sight words, and improve overall reading fluency. Our colorful and age-appropriate activities cater to various learning styles, making literacy fun and effective. From identifying letters to blending sounds, these resources empower children to build confidence in their reading abilities. Ideal for both home and classroom use, our phonics worksheets encourage active learning and pave the way for a lifetime love of reading. Start your child’s reading journey today!


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Is it b, p or d? Worksheet
Is it b, p or d? Worksheet

Is it b, p or d? Worksheet

Test your child's identification skills with this worksheet. They must identify the image and then circle the letter it begins with: 'b', 'p', or 'd' (e.g. an image of the sun would mean they circle 's').
Is it b, p or d? Worksheet
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Long or Short Reading Worksheet
Long or Short Reading Worksheet

Long or Short Reading Worksheet

Every new reader needs to learn to recognize long and short vowel sounds. This phonics worksheet uses pictures of high-frequency words to help. Kids read the words and then check off images with long vowel sounds. It helps them learn to decode words and improves fine motor skills.
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Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet
Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet

Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet

This bright and cheery traceable worksheet encourages children to practice auditory discrimination and phonological awareness. Using picture clues, they read each word and trace the line that represents the number of sounds heard. This builds decoding skills and helps them become successful readers.
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Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet
Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet

Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet

Students need practice and exposure to letters that make different sounds for decoding and reading success. This printable is a great resource for language arts classes: it explains that words ending with Y and having only one syllable make the long I sound. Students will circle all words with Y that have this sound.
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Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet
Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

Divide your class into teams and have them work together to identify and pronounce the long O sound in words like "boat" and "flow". As they read aloud, have the rest of the class listen attentively. Then let teams color in the words and matching pictures, reinforcing the lesson. This simple printout is perfect for phonics lessons and a fun way to energize your class.
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Reading development, particularly phonics, is crucial for children aged 5-7 as it forms the foundation of their literacy skills. At this age, children are at a pivotal stage where they learn to decode words and recognize the relationships between letters and sounds. Understanding phonics enables young learners to break down unfamiliar words, making reading less intimidating and more enjoyable.

Parents and teachers play an essential role in fostering this development. Effective phonics instruction enhances children's reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary, paving the way for academic success across subjects. Furthermore, strong reading skills contribute to improved self-confidence, allowing children to engage more fully in classroom activities.

Investing time and resources into phonics not only supports literacy but also inspires a lifelong love of reading. Engaging children with various reading materials at home and school fosters curiosity and critical thinking skills. Additionally, parental involvement in reading activities reinforces the connection between home and school, creating a supportive learning environment.

By prioritizing phonics, parents and teachers equip children with the skills necessary for effective communication, knowledge acquisition, and personal growth—skills that are essential in today’s information-rich world. Ultimately, phonics lays the groundwork for successful learners and confident individuals.