Unlock the joy of reading with our specially designed Reading Development Worksheets for ages 6-9! Tailored for young learners, these interactive worksheets help cultivate essential reading skills through engaging activities. From phonics and vocabulary exercises to comprehension and storytelling prompts, our resources foster a love for reading while enhancing critical thinking. Each worksheet is crafted to support varying skill levels, ensuring all children can progress at their own pace. Perfect for use at home or in the classroom, our collection will inspire a lifelong passion for reading. Explore our diverse offerings and watch your child's reading confidence soar!


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Is it b, p or d? Worksheet
Is it b, p or d? Worksheet

Is it b, p or d? Worksheet

Test your child's identification skills with this worksheet. They must identify the image and then circle the letter it begins with: 'b', 'p', or 'd' (e.g. an image of the sun would mean they circle 's').
Is it b, p or d? Worksheet
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Long or Short Reading Worksheet
Long or Short Reading Worksheet

Long or Short Reading Worksheet

Every new reader needs to learn to recognize long and short vowel sounds. This phonics worksheet uses pictures of high-frequency words to help. Kids read the words and then check off images with long vowel sounds. It helps them learn to decode words and improves fine motor skills.
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Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet
Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet

Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet

This bright and cheery traceable worksheet encourages children to practice auditory discrimination and phonological awareness. Using picture clues, they read each word and trace the line that represents the number of sounds heard. This builds decoding skills and helps them become successful readers.
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Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet
Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet

Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet

Students need practice and exposure to letters that make different sounds for decoding and reading success. This printable is a great resource for language arts classes: it explains that words ending with Y and having only one syllable make the long I sound. Students will circle all words with Y that have this sound.
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Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet
Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

Divide your class into teams and have them work together to identify and pronounce the long O sound in words like "boat" and "flow". As they read aloud, have the rest of the class listen attentively. Then let teams color in the words and matching pictures, reinforcing the lesson. This simple printout is perfect for phonics lessons and a fun way to energize your class.
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Reading development for children aged 6-9 is crucial for their academic success and overall well-being. At this stage, children are transitioning from learning to read to reading to learn. A strong foundation in reading empowers them to comprehend complex texts, understand instructions, and engage with diverse subjects, which is essential as they progress through school.

Parents and teachers play a significant role in fostering a love for reading and enhancing reading skills during these formative years. Children who are confident readers tend to perform better in all subjects and are more likely to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Moreover, reading can ignite their imagination and creativity, expanding their worldview and enhancing social skills.

Additionally, struggles with reading can lead to frustration and diminished self-esteem, impacting a child’s enthusiasm for school and learning. By investing time in reading activities, encouraging regular practice, and providing access to a variety of books, both parents and teachers can help nurture a child's literacy and communication skills.

In summary, prioritizing reading development at ages 6-9 lays the groundwork for a child’s future educational journey, personal growth, and lifelong love of learning.