Unlock the power of reading with our Phonics Skills Extra Challenge Worksheets for ages 3-9! Designed to elevate your child's phonics knowledge, these engaging worksheets provide an array of fun activities that reinforce essential skills. Children will enjoy practicing letter sounds, blending, and decoding words in a vibrant, interactive format. Ideal for various learning levels, these worksheets help build confidence in young readers while enhancing their ability to recognize and articulate phonetic patterns. With our expertly crafted resources, foster a love for literacy and pave the way for lifelong reading success. Start the phonics journey today and watch your child thrive!


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The Long I Maze Reading Worksheet
The Long I Maze Reading Worksheet

The Long I Maze Reading Worksheet

Help your child learn phonics to help them read. Show them the difference between long and short "i" sounds. Guide them as they use a pencil to trace words with the long "i:" sound in the "Help the Boy in the Picture" worksheet exercise. This will help them find the kite in the picture.
The Long I Maze Reading Worksheet
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Phonics for Kids | Long Vowel Sound A | PDF Worksheet 1
Phonics for Kids | Long Vowel Sound A | PDF Worksheet 1

Long Vowel Sound A Worksheet

Teach your young learner about the long vowel A with this colorful free printable phonics worksheet. The long vowel A says its name while the short vowel A does not. Complete the worksheet by tracing the root to the toy train and helping the dog by filling in the missing letter A. Have them practice writing and spelling with phonics while having fun!
Long Vowel Sound A Worksheet
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Phonics for Kids | Short Vowel Sound E | PDF Worksheet 1
Phonics for Kids | Short Vowel Sound E | PDF Worksheet 1

Short Vowel Sound E Worksheet

This free printable phonics worksheet helps kids learn the short vowel sound E. Kids need to help the dog complete the word “hen” by finding their way through a maze. It teaches kids to see the connection between letters and sounds and also strengthens their writing and spelling skills. Fun and educational, this phonics worksheet is great for kids. Want more? Check out here.
Short Vowel Sound E Worksheet
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Phonics for Kids | Short Vowel Sound O | PDF Worksheet 1
Phonics for Kids | Short Vowel Sound O | PDF Worksheet 1

Short Vowel Sound O Worksheet

Help your child learn the short vowel sound O with this fun and free printable phonics worksheet! They'll need to complete the maze to help the dog finish the word "fox" with the missing letter O. Engage their fine motor muscles while they color or trace the maze with crayon or pencil. This educational activity is sure to bring a smile to your little learner's face! For more phonics worksheets, check here.
Short Vowel Sound O Worksheet
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Long and Short Vowel I Worksheet
Long and Short Vowel I Worksheet

Long and Short Vowel I Spelling Worksheet

When it comes to long "I" sounds, kids should look out for the letter "E" at the end. With examples and sounding out words, kids will improve spelling skills with this long/short "I" worksheet!
Long and Short Vowel I Spelling Worksheet
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Phonics for Kids | Long Vowel Sound O | PDF Worksheet 1
Phonics for Kids | Long Vowel Sound O | PDF Worksheet 1

Long Vowel Sound O Worksheet

Help the goat find her missing O! Guide your little learner through this fun maze to help the goat get its vowel sound back. Make phonics learning engaging and enjoyable with this free printable worksheet.
Long Vowel Sound O Worksheet
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Phonics for Kids | Long Vowel Sound I | PDF Worksheet 1
Phonics for Kids | Long Vowel Sound I | PDF Worksheet 1

Long Vowel Sound I Worksheet

Learning long vowels is essential to becoming a good reader. Ask your child to distinguish between the long and short I vowel sounds. Remind them that the long I says its name, while the short I doesn't. With this fun printable phonics worksheet, your kid can practice writing and spelling while helping a dog find his way through a maze. Check out our phonics worksheets for more learning activities.
Long Vowel Sound I Worksheet
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Phonics Skills Extra Challenge is crucial for parents and teachers to focus on for children aged 3-9, as it lays a strong foundation for reading proficiency. Phonics instruction helps children understand the relationship between letters and sounds, essential for decoding words. This skill not only enhances their ability to read but also boosts their overall language and literacy development.

By engaging in extra challenges, children are stimulated to think critically and practice phonetic patterns in a fun, interactive way. This can foster a love for reading as they begin to see themselves as competent readers. Additionally, children who master phonics skills are more likely to perform well in other academic areas, improving their confidence and self-esteem.

Supporting phonics education ensures that children can navigate text fluently, leading to better comprehension and retention of information. Parents and teachers play pivotal roles in this process, providing encouragement and resources to help children succeed. By prioritizing phonics skills, we set young learners on a path to lifelong literary enjoyment and academic success, ultimately helping them achieve their full potential in school and beyond.