Unlock the power of reading for your child with our Phonics Skills Development Worksheets! Designed for ages 6-7, these engaging printables help young learners master essential phonics skills through fun, interactive activities. From blending sounds and decoding words to learning vowel sounds and sight words, our worksheets make the foundation of reading accessible and enjoyable. Perfect for home or classroom use, these worksheets provide targeted practice to boost your child’s confidence and proficiency in reading. Set your child on the path to literacy success with Kids Academy’s expertly crafted phonics resources!


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Ew words worksheet
Ew words worksheet

EW Words Worksheet

Practice the diphthong ew and boost your child's vocabulary with this fun ew words worksheet! Filled with illustrations, it will help your child hone their reading and spelling skills. Plus, the tricky words will make it both enjoyable and rewarding!
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Words with sound j Reading Worksheet
Words with sound j Reading Worksheet

Words with sound j Reading Worksheet

Don't be fooled: The letter J sounds like G in this letter sounds maze! Kids will enjoy helping Jack find Jill by listening to beginning sounds and tracing a path to the exit. Choose words that start with the letter J sound to complete the challenging maze!
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Words with Sound Q Reading Worksheet
Words with Sound Q Reading Worksheet

Words with Sound Q Reading Worksheet

Beginning readers will love this free PDF worksheet! Bright colors and familiar pictures make it fun, as they say the name of each image and work on fine motor skills. Letters “q” is featured among others, helping to recognize and isolate its sound, which is often seen with a “u” behind it.
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Phonics for Kids | Short Vowel Sound U | PDF Worksheet 2
Phonics for Kids | Short Vowel Sound U | PDF Worksheet 2

Short Vowel Sound U Worksheet

Practice abc phonics to help young learners link sounds to letters. This free printable phonics worksheet helps your kid learn the short vowel sound U. Guide them through the maze to help the dog complete the word "sun". Make sure they say the word out loud to emphasize the short U sound. Check out more phonics worksheets with mazes here.
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Vowel team ai Worksheet
Vowel team ai Worksheet

Vowel team ai Worksheet

Kids will have a blast learning about the -ai digraph with this fun worksheet. They'll read words with it and practice their motor skills as they help the animal duo get back to the train station. With success, they'll smile and enjoy the activity!
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Spelling worksheet: Short Vowel Sounds O
Spelling worksheet: Short Vowel Sounds O

Short vowel Sounds "o" Spelling Worksheet

This worksheet will get your child thinking! Have them look at the pictures, read the words and check the ending of each. They'll learn to analyze words and vowel sounds using the Short Vowel Sounds "O" spelling worksheet.
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Long and Short I Worksheet
Long and Short I Worksheet

Long and Short I Worksheet

Print the worksheet and have the students read "pig" and "fire". Check for understanding the difference between long and short vowels. Color in words and pictures to make learning phonics fun! This exercise is perfect for introducing the topic to your students.
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Sounds to Communicate Worksheet
Sounds to Communicate Worksheet

Sounds to Communicate Worksheet

Sounds are important for communication. Ask your students to name sounds people, animals and things make. Then, review this worksheet with them and see if they can identify the activities. Ask them to circle examples of sounds used to communicate.
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Long and Short O Worksheet
Long and Short O Worksheet

Long and Short O Worksheet

Help your students recognize the difference between long and short «Os» with this fun printout. Let them read and color-in "rope" and "mop" simultaneously. Listen to the different sounds, then color the words and pictures. Great for classes, it'll make your phonics lesson memorable and enjoyable.
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Phonics skills development is crucial for children aged 6-7 as it forms the foundation for their reading and writing abilities. At this age, children are typically in the early stages of literacy and are beginning to decode words and recognize sound patterns. Phonics instruction helps them understand the relationship between letters and sounds, enabling them to read more fluently and spell correctly.

Parents and teachers should care about phonics because strong phonics skills lead to better reading comprehension. When children can decode words automatically, they can focus more on understanding the meaning of the text rather than struggling to sound out words. This enhanced comprehension is vital for success in all academic areas since almost every subject requires reading skills.

Moreover, developing phonics skills boosts children's confidence in their ability to read and write. This confidence can lead to a lifelong love of reading, which further enriches their cognitive and emotional development. Early literacy skills are also predictive of later academic achievement, making phonics an essential component of a child's early education.

Without a solid foundation in phonics, children may struggle with reading difficulties throughout their school years, which can affect their overall academic performance and self-esteem. Therefore, focusing on phonics development at ages 6-7 sets the stage for future success and a positive educational experience.