Enhance your child’s literacy journey with our engaging Phonics Worksheets designed specifically for ages 7-9. These expertly crafted activities focus on developing essential phonics skills, including sound recognition, blending, and decoding. Each worksheet promotes interactive learning, making phonics fun and accessible. Our resources encourage independent practice while building confidence in reading and writing. Ideal for both classroom use and home learning, these worksheets cater to various learning styles and ensure comprehensive skill development. Dive into our collection and watch your child’s phonics skills flourish, paving the way for academic success and a lifelong love of reading. Start the adventure today!


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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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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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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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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 7-9 as it forms the foundation for proficient reading and writing. At this stage, children transition from basic decoding of words to more complex reading and comprehension tasks. Mastery of phonics allows them to decode unfamiliar words, leading to greater confidence in reading. As they explore diverse texts, strong phonics skills enable them to better understand and engage with the content, fostering a love for reading.

Furthermore, phonics contributes to overall literacy by enhancing spelling and vocabulary acquisition. With a solid understanding of sound-letter relationships, children can improve their writing skills, making them better communicators. Poor phonics skills may lead to difficulties in reading fluency, negatively impacting academic performance and self-esteem.

Parents and teachers should prioritize phonics development to ensure students are not left behind in their literacy journey. Early intervention can prevent reading struggles later on. Engaging children through fun phonics activities can make learning enjoyable, while regular assessment of phonics skills can help track progress. In summary, an emphasis on phonics not only supports immediate literacy achievements but also sets the stage for lifelong learning and critical thinking skills.