Enhance your child's spelling abilities with our engaging "Improving Spelling Skills Worksheets" designed specifically for ages 5-7. These fun, interactive worksheets focus on foundational spelling concepts, helping young learners develop confidence in their ability to read and write. Our carefully crafted activities encourage phonetic awareness, word recognition, and correct spelling through games, tracing, and fill-in-the-blank exercises. Ideal for homeschooling or classroom settings, these resources cater to diverse learning styles while promoting essential literacy skills. Perfectly suited for early learners, our worksheets make spelling practice enjoyable, ensuring kids build a solid foundation for future language success. Explore our collection today!


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Identify Common Suffixes

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Word structure worksheet: Compound Words
Word structure worksheet: Compound Words

Compound Words Word Structure Worksheet

Studying compound words is a great way to improve reading and writing skills! Try this fun worksheet: Compound Words – trace the lines to make new words! It's an easy and enjoyable way to get better at English.
Compound Words Word Structure Worksheet
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Suffix-ed Worksheet
Suffix-ed Worksheet

Suffix-ed Worksheet

Ask your kids if they know what suffixes are, and explain they are words added to the end of another word which changes the meaning. This worksheet focuses on the suffix -ed which shows something already happened. Help the kid in the picture find the past tense words.
Suffix-ed Worksheet
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Is It Silent? Worksheet
Is It Silent? Worksheet

Is It Silent? Worksheet

Phonetics can be tricky, like the sound of /e/ in 'egg' vs. the silent /e/ at the end of 'slime'. Ask your students to give more examples. Read out the words in this worksheet with your kids and ask them to identify the silent /e/ ones.
Is It Silent? Worksheet
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Suffixes –ful and –less Worksheet
Suffixes –ful and –less Worksheet

Suffixes –ful and –less Worksheet

Before you start this worksheet, make sure your kids know about suffixes. Explain that they're added to the end of words to change their meaning. In the worksheet, kids will learn about the suffixes –ful and –less. Look at the sentences in the picture with them, and help them to choose the right one for each blank.
Suffixes –ful and –less Worksheet
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The Suffix -Ly Worksheet
The Suffix -Ly Worksheet

The Suffix -Ly Worksheet

Suffixes change the meaning of words: the -ly suffix usually describes how an action is done (e.g. slowly, quickly, loudly). Help your child understand this and then check out the fun worksheet. Ask them to identify the animals and people in the pictures, then read the sentences out loud and have them check the ones that finish the sentence.
The Suffix -Ly Worksheet
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Contractions Worksheet
Contractions Worksheet

Contractions Worksheet

Contractions are popular in English and make writing/reading easier. For example: I'm, they're, she's. Ask your students to give more examples. Then, read the sentences in this worksheet and help them check the correct contraction to replace the words in bold.
Contractions Worksheet
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Improving spelling skills for children aged 5-7 is crucial for several reasons. First, early spelling proficiency supports overall literacy development, forming a foundation for reading and writing proficiency. At this age, children are beginning to recognize the connection between letters and sounds, and mastering spelling helps them decode words more efficiently, fostering a love for reading.

Moreover, spelling is linked to cognitive development. It enhances memory and aids in building critical thinking skills as children start to understand word structures and patterns. Improved spelling also boosts children’s self-esteem. When they successfully spell words, it reinforces their competence and encourages a positive attitude towards learning.

In addition, strong spelling skills contribute to effective communication. Children who can spell well are better equipped to express themselves in writing, whether through storytelling, journaling, or other written forms. This ability fosters creativity and encourages them to share their thoughts with confidence.

Finally, supporting spelling skills can create a stronger home-school connection. Parents and teachers can work together to develop targeted strategies that motivate and engage children in their spelling journey, cultivating an environment of encouragement and achievement. Overall, fostering spelling skills in early education is an investment in children’s long-term academic success and confidence.