Enhance your first grader's spelling skills with our engaging phonics worksheets! Designed to support early literacy, these resources help young learners master letter sounds, word formation, and spelling fundamentals. Our printable worksheets provide varied activities that cater to different learning styles, making phonics fun and interactive. From building simple words to practicing spelling higher-frequency vocabulary, each worksheet fosters critical thinking and a love for reading. Perfect for classroom use or at-home learning, our Grade 1 Spelling Skills Worksheets ensure your child gains confidence in their linguistic abilities while enjoying the spelling adventure. Discover the joy of learning with Kids Academy!


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The EE, EA, AY Vowel Pair

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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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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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Parents and teachers should prioritize spelling skills and phonics in Grade 1 because these foundational elements are crucial for early literacy development. At this age, children are beginning to connect sounds to letters, which forms the basis for reading and writing. Phonics instruction helps children decipher words, understand their meanings, and improve spelling, significantly boosting their reading fluency and comprehension.

When children master phonics, they gain the confidence to tackle new words independently, fostering a strong sense of self-efficacy in their reading abilities. This empowers them to engage more actively in learning and exploration. Additionally, strong spelling and phonics skills encourage better communication, allowing children to express their thoughts clearly and coherently through writing.

Moreover, literacy skills acquired during Grade 1 have long-lasting impacts. Children who build solid phonics and spelling foundations are more likely to excel in higher grades, making it vital for parents and teachers to collaborate in reinforcing these skills. Activities like reading aloud, engaging in word games, and practicing spelling can create enjoyable learning experiences, further nurturing a child’s love for reading. In summary, focusing on spelling and phonics is essential for cultivating proficient, confident young readers and writers.