Discover our engaging Word Pronunciation Worksheets for ages 6-7, designed to help young learners master essential speech skills with ease. Each worksheet offers fun and interactive exercises, aiding children in recognizing and articulating sounds, enhancing phonetic awareness, and building confident communication abilities. Ideal for both classroom and home use, our worksheets enable practice of pronunciation through colorful illustrations, repetitive reading activities, and easy-to-follow instructions. Utilize these tools to foster young readers' journey and lay the foundation for strong literacy skills. Perfect for kids' educational development, our worksheets make learning to pronounce words exciting and effective.


Check out this FREE "Word pronunciation" Trial Lesson for age 6-7!

The OI/OY Vowel Pair

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  • 6-7
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Vowel match Worksheet
Vowel match Worksheet

Vowel match Worksheet

Early readers can find vowel teams (digraphs) tricky. This simple worksheet helps kids match words with the right digraphs and learn to read! They'll practice reading words from different families, and linking the letters to their sounds. It's a fun way to get kids sending letters to the right addresses!
Vowel match Worksheet
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Reading: OI and OY Worksheet
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet

Reading: OI and OY Worksheet

Ask your students if they know the rule for words with /oi/ or /oy/ sound. If not, it's easy to learn! Rule: If /oy/ at end of word, spell with 'oy'; if /oi/ in middle of word, spell with 'oi'. Use this worksheet to help them master these digraphs and improve their ability to decode.
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet
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The Order of Syllables Worksheet
The Order of Syllables Worksheet

The Order of Syllables Worksheet

Syllabication is vital for prereading and decoding words. Download this fun, free worksheet to help your reader practice breaking words into syllables and arranging them for reading. It also strengthens fine motor skills as they trace the numbers for each syllable, guided by a cheerful elephant!
The Order of Syllables Worksheet
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Word pronunciation is a crucial element in the early stages of literacy development for children aged 6-7. At this age, kids are transitioning from pre-reading skills, such as recognizing letters and sounds, to actual word reading and comprehension. Accurate pronunciation helps in solidifying their understanding of phonetics, which is the foundation for reading and spelling. When children can pronounce words correctly, they are more likely to recognize those words in print, aiding in fluency and confidence as readers.

Improper pronunciation can lead to misunderstandings and confusion, potentially thwarting a child's academic progress. Mispronounced words can distort a child's comprehension and inhibit their ability to communicate effectively. Moreover, early difficulties in pronunciation, if not addressed, can snowball into broader language and literacy issues as the child progresses through school.

Teachers and parents are key influencers in a child’s language development. Their attention to proper pronunciation reinforces correct speech patterns, leading to stronger vocabulary acquisition and better listening skills. Through interactive read-alouds, phonics exercises, and everyday conversation, caregivers and educators can create a rich linguistic environment. This not only enhances the child’s speaking abilities but also lays a solid groundwork for future educational success, making their role in monitoring and correcting pronunciation indispensable.