Discover our engaging Letter-Sound Correlation Worksheets designed for children aged 5 to 7. These interactive printables focus on enhancing essential phonemic awareness by helping young learners connect letters with their corresponding sounds. Through a variety of fun exercises, including matching, tracing, and identifying objects, your child will develop vital reading skills in a playful and effective way. Our worksheets cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring each child finds joy in learning. Ideal for both home and classroom settings, these resources support early literacy development and lay the foundation for confident readers. Start your child’s reading journey today!


Check out this FREE "Letter-sound correlation" Trial Lesson for age 5-7!

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Beginning Sounds Assessment Printable
Beginning Sounds Assessment Printable

Beginning Sounds Assessment Printable

Test your child's knowledge of the alphabet. Ask them to recite the whole alphabet and the words for each letter. For example: A for apple, B for boy. Identify objects on this worksheet, then ask your child which one starts with the letter "f" and have them circle it.
Beginning Sounds Assessment Printable
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Letter A Sounds Worksheet
Letter A Sounds Worksheet

Letter A Sounds Worksheet

Encourage your new reader to practice the «ă» sound with this fun, free PDF worksheet. With the help of picture clues, they'll say the name of each word and trace circles around the items that start with «ă». This worksheet is an effective way to boost beginning sound skills while having fun!
Letter A Sounds Worksheet
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Letter Sounds: J Printable Worksheet
Letter Sounds: J Printable Worksheet

Letter Sounds: J Printable Worksheet

Preschoolers can learn to identify letter sounds by focusing on beginning sounds. This cute and colorful worksheet reviews the hard “j” sound. Kids can point it out by naming the words and circling only those starting with the “j” sound. Read the text out loud and listen closely!
Letter Sounds: J Printable Worksheet
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Letter U Sounds Worksheet
Letter U Sounds Worksheet

Letter U Sounds Worksheet

The letter U is special with multiple pronunciations. This worksheet helps kids identify the short «u» in words like duck and cup. Read the words aloud and listen closely to the sounds. Circle only words with the correct sound to complete the sheet. Kids will quickly know that words like "map" don't contain a U.
Letter U Sounds Worksheet
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Letter t sounds worksheet
Letter t sounds worksheet

Letter T Sounds Worksheet

This worksheet is a fun way to help kids learn the t sound. It has familiar pictures and an easy-to-follow format, so kids can quickly recognize and learn the letter t.
Letter T Sounds Worksheet
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The SH Digraph Worksheet
The SH Digraph Worksheet

The SH Digraph Worksheet

There are many phonetic sounds, each with its own unique sound. When two or more consonants are combined to create a new sound, it's called a digraph. Example: the sh digraph creates the /sh/ sound. Have kids look at the pictures and say the words aloud. Help them circle the images ending with /sh/, like 'wash'.
The SH Digraph Worksheet
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Matching Consonant Sounds - Part 1 Worksheet Preview
Matching Consonant Sounds - Part 1 Worksheet Preview

Matching Consonant Sounds: Part 1 Worksheet

Decide which letter matches each word and picture in this fun phonics worksheet. Slide your finger over each word, trying out each letter to check for matches. Once each pair is solved, trace the dotted lines with pencil to complete the printable. Who knew learning could be so enjoyable?
Matching Consonant Sounds: Part 1 Worksheet
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Sounds Are Everywhere! Worksheet
Sounds Are Everywhere! Worksheet

Sounds Are Everywhere! Worksheet

Ask your students to recall objects that make sound. Then, help them identify the sources of sound in the pictures of this worksheet.
Sounds Are Everywhere! Worksheet
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Beginning Sounds Match-up Printable
Beginning Sounds Match-up Printable

Match–Up Game: Beginning Sounds Worksheet

Start today with this beginning sounds match-up printable! Teach your child to solve problems mentally with this beginning sounds match-up printable. They'll learn to categorize pictures based on phonics rules, developing mental stamina and focus. It's an important step for recognizing sounds and letters in print, building a foundation for reading and spelling. Start today and take your child's skills to the next level!
Match–Up Game: Beginning Sounds Worksheet
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Letter-sound correlation, also known as phonics, is crucial for children aged 5 to 7 as it forms the foundation of their reading and writing skills. For parents and teachers, understanding this correlation helps facilitate effective literacy instruction. Children need to recognize the relationship between letters and their respective sounds to decode words effectively, an essential skill for reading comprehension.

When children grasp letter-sound relationships, they become more confident readers, fostering a love for reading that can last a lifetime. Moreover, phonics instruction supports children in their ability to spell and compose sentences as they learn to apply sounds to form written words.

By promoting letter-sound awareness, parents and teachers can identify children who may be struggling and intervene early, bridging any gaps in learning. Engaging with activities that enhance phonemic awareness—like rhymes, songs, and interactive games—makes learning enjoyable and impactful.

Ultimately, caring about letter-sound correlation means investing in a child’s academic success. It prepares them not only for literacy in the early years but also equips them with critical thinking, communication, and lifelong learning skills as they progress through their education.