Discover our expert-designed "Improving Spelling Skills Worksheets for Ages 5-9," crafted to enhance your child's spelling prowess! Our engaging and colorful worksheets focus on building essential spelling skills through fun and interactive exercises. From simple five-letter words to more challenging vocabulary, our resources accommodate different learning paces and levels. Perfect for young learners, these worksheets support both classroom instruction and home practice. Boost your child’s confidence in spelling and reading by integrating these educational tools into their daily routine. Visit Kids Academy: turn learning into an enjoyable adventure today!


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Determine the Meaning of Words with Common Prefixes

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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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Prefix pre and suffix ful worksheet
Prefix pre and suffix ful worksheet

Prefix pre– and Suffix ful– Worksheet

Can't preforget something! This worksheet helps kids learn how to attach prefixes and suffixes to root words, forming new words that make sense. With this activity, they'll evaluate how the root words change when adding the prefix or suffix.
Prefix pre– and Suffix ful– 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 ages 5-9 is foundational for their overall academic success and cognitive development. During these formative years, children are acquiring essential literacy skills, and strong spelling abilities enhance their reading and writing capabilities. Accurate spelling builds a child’s confidence and reduces frustration in written communication, making the process more enjoyable and encouraging positive attitudes towards learning.

Good spelling is integrally tied to phonemic awareness and vocabulary development. When children learn to spell, they also learn to break down words into phonemes, recognizing patterns and rules that aid in both decoding (reading) and encoding (writing) words. This understanding is crucial for fluent reading, which subsequently supports comprehension and critical thinking skills.

Moreover, spelling proficiency contributes to effective communication. Children who spell correctly are better able to convey their thoughts and ideas, both in academic settings and social interactions. Teachers and peers comprehend well-spelled work more easily, leading to enhanced classroom discussions and collaborative learning experiences.

Moreover, strong spelling skills are a predictor of later academic achievement across various subjects because they reflect a solid grasp of language fundamentals. Therefore, investing time in improving spelling skills from a young age yields long-term educational benefits, helping children develop into competent and confident learners.