Reading Comprehension Worksheets for Ages 5-9 - Page 12
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Horse Race Worksheet
This tracing sheet is perfect for horse-loving kids! Start by confirming they know what a verb is - it's a word that shows an action (e.g. jump, talk, walk, play, read). Then ask them to give you some more examples. Finally, help them trace the line through all the verbs. They'll be delighted!
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Who Does It Belong To? Worksheet
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Summer is here! Beat the heat with activities like going to the beach, swimming, and picnicking in the park. Enjoy!
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Ben Franklin Part 2 Worksheet
History is filled with great figures, like Benjamin Franklin. Let your kids in on the legacy by introducing them to the founder of the US fire department, diplomat, and inventor. Then, use a worksheet to have them fill in the blanks with the correct word to teach them more. Read the text, then read the sentences and have them circle the missing word.
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Character’s Feelings Worksheet
To help your child with reading and writing, encourage them to read simple texts and comprehension passages. This will help them learn new words, build their grammar and practice their reading skills. Go through a worksheet together, read the character descriptions then ask your child to pick the smiley face which shows how the character feels.
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The Dog and His Bone: Questions Worksheet
Read the story of The Dog and His Bone to your child and help them understand it. Have them read it aloud if possible. Then, read the five questions on the worksheet and guide them to select the correct answers.
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Cities: Finding Similarities Worksheet
This worksheet offers kids a chance to explore how information can be presented differently but still contain similar facts. They'll compare two texts and look for similarities, honing their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.
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The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 1 Worksheet
Storytime can be your kid's favorite part of the day. Ask them what their favorite stories are, then read the text in the printout. Read along with them, making sure they understand each word. At the end, go over the questions and have them check the correct answers.
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The Tortoise and the Hare Worksheet
Help your child uncover the hidden moral in a classic children's tale with this free downloadable worksheet. Joyful illustrations bring the story to life and help young readers visualize the events. With your help, they can answer the question and fill in the blank with the phrase that serves as the story's lesson. Check the box to complete the worksheet!
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Rapunzel Characters Worksheet
This fun and colourful worksheet is perfect to see what your kids have learned from story time. Test their knowledge with a Rapunzel-themed exercise! Ask them to circle the pictures of the characters from the fairy tale. Helping them to remember the lessons taught in the stories you have read.
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Setting of a Story Worksheet
You need characters, theme, POV, plot and setting to tell a good story. Ask your kids to explain them and use this worksheet with a story to teach them about setting. Read the story with your kids, then have them circle the picture that best shows the setting.
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How Use Index Worksheet
Hand your kids a book, point out the index and explain that it's a list of words with page numbers. Ask them to look at the index in the worksheet and circle the correct number to the questions. Every book must have an index to help readers find chapters or information they need.
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Context Clues and Homophones Worksheet
Make sure kids understand what homophones are (words that sound the same, different spellings, meanings). Give examples and look at the printout. Read each sentence and sound out words. Help them pick the right one and circle it.
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Little Red Riding Hood: Illustrations Worksheet
This worksheet encourages children to analyze illustrations from familiar fairy tales, such as Little Red Riding Hood, and decide which ones match the story and which don't. It's a great way to help them recall and retell stories they've heard or read. Illustrations are important elements that help children comprehend advanced readings.
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Look at the Pictures: The Princess and the Pea Worksheet
Early readers can benefit from picture clues to understand stories and text. Looking at images helps them learn the meaning of words and comprehend events. Use this worksheet on The Princess and the Pea to let students observe and learn from the pictures. It's a great way to help them comprehend early reading materials.
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Big Bad Wolf Printable Coloring Page
Let your child have fun coloring the Big Bad Wolf blowing down the little pig's house! This printable coloring page introduces the classic tale, helping to develop reading comprehension skills.
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What Is Matter? Worksheet
Matter is anything that occupies space and has weight. Show your child examples, like people, cars, food, animals, objects etc. Ask them to name more. Help the thirsty kids in the picture find liquids - have them trace the path in the tracing sheet.
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Puss in Boots Vocabulary Worksheet
Let your kids enjoy story-telling while learning at the same time. Help them learn from the fairytale, Puss in Boots, by connecting words from the worksheet with the matching pictures. Ask them to draw a line between each picture and corresponding word to build their vocabulary.
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Pre Reading Worksheet Guess My Name
Guess My Name is a fun way to practice inference skills.
Guess My Name is a fun pre-reading game to help your child practice drawing inferences from clues. With colorful illustrations, they'll use clues to match each elephant with its sentence and sharpen their inference skills.
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A Fox Family Worksheet
Reading is an easy way to learn new words. This worksheet introduces an interesting story about a fox family, teaching your child that "kits" refers to baby foxes. Read the text together and circle the picture to answer the question.
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What is Next? Worksheet
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Think About It: Assessment Worksheet
Reading is a fun and important way to learn. Help your students become better readers with this simple yet colorful worksheet. Read each sentence aloud, then have them read it by themselves. Ask them to check T for True and F for False. It's a great way to practice their reading skills!
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Story Elements Printable
Read the text and review the characters, settings and plot in a guided discussion.
Take your child on a journey to the Middle East and review the characters, settings and plot of their favorite childhood stories with this Aladdin-themed worksheet! It'll help them master early analysis skills and learn about characterization. Enjoy a fun, guided discussion with your child as you review important story elements.
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Match Them Up Worksheet
Reading offers a wealth of knowledge, but young readers may struggle to remember info from informational texts. Help your child practice comprehension with this fun turtle-related worksheet. Just read the sentence starters and select the correct ending from the options given. Check the box to indicate the right statement!
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Food Chain Cause Worksheet
Help your little learner analyze ecosystems and compare food chains with this Kids Academy worksheet! Kids will compare a carnivore's and herbivore's food chain; which is longer and why? Questions at the bottom of the page will help them compare and circle the best answers. A great way to understand animal food chains!
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Who is primarily going to use this learning content?
Reading comprehension is crucial for children aged 5-9 as it forms the foundation of their overall academic and lifelong learning skills. During these formative years, children transition from learning to read to reading to learn. When children develop strong reading comprehension skills early on, they are better able to understand and engage with educational materials across various subjects, including math, science, and social studies.
For parents and teachers, prioritizing reading comprehension ensures that young learners can decode words and grasp the meaning, context, and nuances of texts. This comprehension boosts vocabulary, enhances critical thinking, and strengthens cognitive abilities, allowing children to make connections between what they read and their own experiences.
Additionally, strong reading comprehension leads to greater academic confidence and a love of learning. Without these skills, children might struggle, causing frustration, decreased motivation, and gaps in knowledge that can affect future educational prospects. Supporting reading comprehension through interactive reading sessions, asking questions about the text, and encouraging storytelling helps solidify a child's capacity to understand and retain information.
In summary, investing time and resources to develop reading comprehension in ages 5-9 sets the stage for academic success, personal growth, and lifelong learning strategies, making it a critical focus for both parents and educators.
