Filters

9 filtered results

Clear all filters
Favorites
With answer key
Interactive

9 filtered results

Difficulty Level

Grade



Explore our engaging Phonics Skills Vowel Diphthongs Worksheets designed specifically for children aged 5-7. These interactive resources aim to enhance phonemic awareness and reading abilities through playful exercises focused on diphthongs like "ay," "oy," and "ow." Each worksheet features captivating illustrations and fun activities to make learning enjoyable and effective. Help your child grasp the nuances of vowel combinations while building confidence in their reading skills. Ideal for home or classroom use, our printable worksheets are perfect for early learners, enabling them to master phonics fundamentals and develop a lifelong love for reading. Start their learning adventure today!


Check out this FREE Trial Lesson on Vowel Diphthongs for age 5-7!

Distinguish Between Words with Long E and Short E

Favorites
With answer key
Interactive
  • 5-7
  • Phonics Skills
  • Vowel Diphthongs
Reading: Long O and Short O Sounds Worksheet
Reading: Long O and Short O Sounds Worksheet

Reading: Long O and Short O Sounds Worksheet

Students practice distinguishing between short and long O sounds with this reading worksheet. They sound out each word, then circle the pictures with the long O sound. Perfect for individual practice or to work with peers! Improves understanding of this skill and helps avoid confusion.
Reading: Long O and Short O Sounds Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading: OA or OW Worksheet
Reading: OA or OW Worksheet

Reading: OA or OW Worksheet

This printable worksheet helps young and emergent readers with decoding words and understanding digraphs (two letters with one sound). It requires students to complete the spelling for each word based on the picture, focusing on /oa/ and /ow/ spellings. It's ideal for a reading classroom and for spelling practice.
Reading: OA or OW Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet
Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet

Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet

Reading and decoding words can be complex for learners when they start studying digraphs, two letters that make one sound. This worksheet focuses on the long O sound, /oa/ and /ow/. With the understanding of digraphs, students can decode more words and build their reading confidence.
Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet
Worksheet
Which's the OA Word? Worksheet
Which's the OA Word? Worksheet

Which's the OA Word? Worksheet

Encourage your kids to complete this fun worksheet. Ask them to identify the animals and objects in the pictures. Read the incomplete sentences aloud, and then find the correct word to finish the sentence. Check their work.
Which's the OA Word? Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading: Long E and Short E Worksheet
Reading: Long E and Short E Worksheet

Reading: Long E and Short E Worksheet

Provide your students with valuable practice in distinguishing long and short E sounds with this worksheet. They'll look at pictures and read the words, then decide which sound is being used. It's an effective tool to help them master a difficult concept.
Reading: Long E and Short E Worksheet
Worksheet
What Sounds Like Float? Worksheet
What Sounds Like Float? Worksheet

What Sounds Like Float? Worksheet

Help your kids practice the long /o/ sound with words such as 'boat', 'goat' and 'float'. Ask them to identify and circle the images in the worksheet that have the same sound. Award bonus points if they come up with more words with 'oa' spelling!
What Sounds Like Float? Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet
Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet

Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet

This worksheet helps kids recognize that /au/ and /aw/ can make the same sound. Students read sentences and pick the correct word with one of the digraphs. Understanding digraphs improves decoding and reading fluency. Perfect for reading and phonics classes.
Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet
Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet

Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet

This worksheet is perfect for helping young learners master the /ee/ vowel team. It shows the first vowel with a long sound and the second vowel silent. It also provides pictures for unfamiliar words for readers of all levels. It's an ideal resource for teaching phonics skills.
Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet

Reading: OI and OY Worksheet

Ask your students if they know the rule for words with /oi/ or /oy/ sound. If not, it's easy to learn! Rule: If /oy/ at end of word, spell with 'oy'; if /oi/ in middle of word, spell with 'oi'. Use this worksheet to help them master these digraphs and improve their ability to decode.
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet
Worksheet


Phonics skills, particularly vowel diphthongs, are essential for children aged 5-7 as they lay the foundation for reading and writing proficiency. Vowel diphthongs are complex sounds formed from the combination of two vowel sounds within a single syllable, such as "oi" in "coin" or "ou" in "out." Understanding these sounds enhances a child's ability to decode words, thus improving their reading fluency and comprehension.

Parents and teachers should prioritize the development of phonics skills because they foster critical literacy abilities essential for academic success. As children learn to discern and articulate diphthongs, they become more adept at recognizing patterns in words, which reduces reading frustration and promotes a love for reading. These skills are not only crucial for literacy but also benefit overall communication by enabling children to express themselves more clearly through speaking and writing.

Moreover, recognizing how diphthongs function in language boosts children's confidence as they explore new words, aiding their development in a fun and engaging manner. Early exposure to phonics and diphthongs ensures that children build a strong literacy foundation, enhancing their overall learning experience and setting them on a path to lifelong learning and success.