Enhance your child's spelling abilities with our engaging Spelling Skills Phonics Worksheets designed for ages 7-9! These worksheets focus on developing essential phonics knowledge through fun, interactive activities that make learning enjoyable. Aimed at reinforcing spelling patterns, vowel sounds, and word recognition, our comprehensive resources cater to your child's learning needs. These printable worksheets encourage practice at home or in the classroom, empowering young learners to build their confidence and improve their literacy skills. Explore a variety of exercises tailored to suit different learning styles, and watch your child flourish in their spelling journey! Start nurturing their language skills today!


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Ar and or words phonics worksheet
Ar and or words phonics worksheet

Ar and Or Words Phonics Worksheet

Master the distinct digraphs 'ar' and 'or' with this fun phonics worksheet from Kids Academy! With meaningful illustrations, it'll guide your child to choose the right one. Get ready for the great results!
Ar and Or Words Phonics Worksheet
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Missing Digraph: Part 1 Worksheet
Missing Digraph: Part 1 Worksheet

Missing Digraph: Part 1 Worksheet

Practice the 'th' digraph with this worksheet! Ask kids to say the words shown and sound out the letters below each image. Check the box with the correct digraph to complete. Examples include 'earth', 'bath' and 'moth', all ending with the same two letters. Phonics teaches that digraphs are two letters that make one sound.
Missing Digraph: Part 1 Worksheet
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AW Words Team Coloring Fun Worksheet
AW Words Team Coloring Fun Worksheet

AW Words Team Coloring Fun Worksheet

Coloring words they can read is a blast for little learners! This worksheet offers emerging readers the chance to practice and gain confidence in reading words from the -aw family, while also improving fine-motor and creativity skills. Without knowing it, they'll learn about phonetic teams along the way!
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AW Words Team Coloring Fun Worksheet
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Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet
Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet

Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet

When 'ee', 'ea' and 'ay' are in words, they usually make the long /e/ and /a/ sounds. Examples of words with 'ee' are "sheep", 'beach' and 'seat' with 'ea', and 'clay' and 'play' with 'ay'. Check this colourful worksheet with your kids; help them find the words that make the long /e/ sound like 'sheep'.
Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet
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Words with ea Worksheet
Words with ea Worksheet

Words with ea Worksheet

Beginning readers may struggle with -ea vowel digraphs, which can have multiple sounds and be tricky to decode. This cheerful worksheet helps kids practice reading sentences with missing -ea words, using context clues to fill in the blanks. They'll also be exposed to various -ea sound examples, and build their sight word knowledge.
Words with ea Worksheet
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Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Help your kids learn proper pronunciation by counting syllables. Most words they'll encounter have 1-3 syllables, making them simple to say. Have them repeat the words in your worksheet after you. Focus on longer words with more than two syllables.
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Parents and teachers should prioritize spelling skills and phonics for children ages 7-9 because they lay the foundation for effective reading and writing, which are critical for academic success. At this age, children are transitioning from learning to read to reading to learn. Mastery of phonics—the relationship between letters and sounds—enables them to decode unfamiliar words, fostering confidence and competence in literacy.

Developing strong spelling skills solidifies phonetic understanding, allowing them to generate words and improve their vocabulary. This not only enhances their communication skills but also boosts reading comprehension, enabling them to grasp more complex texts. Additionally, proficient spelling reflects attention to detail, which is vital in many areas of life, both academically and professionally.

Moreover, engaging with phonics and spelling activities can be enjoyable and interactive, making learning a positive experience. Encouragement in this phase cultivates a lifelong love for reading and learning, while also supporting cognitive development. Ultimately, investing time in spelling skills and phonics during these critical years equips children with essential tools for future academic endeavors and nurtures a strong foundation for effective communication throughout their lives.