Reading comprehension Normal Reading Worksheets for Ages 5-8
174 filtered results
Difficulty Level
Grade
Age
-
From - To
Subject
Activity
Standards
Enhance your child’s reading skills with our expertly curated Reading Comprehension Worksheets for Ages 5-8. These interactive sheets help young learners strengthen their understanding of texts by developing key reading strategies such as identifying main ideas, sequencing events, and drawing conclusions. Colorful illustrations and engaging stories make learning fun and effective. Perfect for both classroom and home use, these worksheets are designed to make reading enjoyable while fostering a lifelong love for literature. Explore our comprehensive collection today and watch your child's reading confidence soar! Discover the benefits of stronger reading comprehension with Kids Academy.
Favorites
With answer key
Interactive
Prometheus Story Worksheet
Help kids improve reading comprehension with this Prometheus story worksheet! Learn about this classic mythological tale and break down the plot into understandable parts. By doing so, children will understand the story each step of the way.
Assign to My Students
Prometheus Story Worksheet
Worksheet
Birthday Words Worksheet
Kids adore birthday parties! Whether it's theirs or a friend's, the event is a huge draw for kids. This fun birthday-themed worksheet teaches kids to identify the letter combination -ir. Get them to scan and circle the colorful words that contain -ir. It's an exciting PDF page they won't want to miss!
Birthday Words Worksheet
Worksheet
Services Worksheet
Help your child learn the difference between services and goods with this Kids Academy worksheet. Guide your child to read each sentence and select the correct worker who does the job for the service. With this worksheet, your child can learn about common services in the community.
Services Worksheet
Worksheet
The Ugly Duckling / El Patito Feo Worksheet
This cute worksheet uses the story of The Ugly Duckling to help students learn Spanish. Fun pictures help make picture-word associations, while they check off the correct words to create the swan. Students won't realize they're learning - they'll just think the ducks are cute!
The Ugly Duckling / El Patito Feo Worksheet
Worksheet
Dinosaur Facts Worksheet
Help your child improve reading skills with engaging nonfiction texts! This dinosaur facts worksheet will teach fun information and test kids on the key details. It'll keep them motivated and ready to learn!
Dinosaur Facts Worksheet
Worksheet
The Crow and the Pitcher Worksheet
Introduce your child to reading comprehension with this fascinating worksheet from Kids Academy! Featuring Aesop's fable of a thirsty crow, your child will enjoy reading and determining the central theme of the passage. This worksheet is a great way to give your child a purpose for reading while helping to build their comprehension skills.
The Crow and the Pitcher Worksheet
Worksheet
How the Moon Became Beautiful Worksheet
Fables are a great way for kids to learn! This Chinese fable about the moon's beauty is educational and entertaining. The PDF worksheet provides the English translations and symbols associated with the story. Kids can fill in the blanks with the correct symbols and have fun learning a new language!
How the Moon Became Beautiful Worksheet
Worksheet
Rhymes in Poems Worksheet
Poems are lovely works of literature; some with rhymes, and some without. This poem for kids is full of rhymes and tells the tale of a sheep. Read it aloud to your kids, then help them circle the rhyming words.
Rhymes in Poems Worksheet
Worksheet
Point of View Worksheet
This printable worksheet helps kids understand Point of View by providing 1st and 3rd person choices. It's a fun way to practice differentiating between the two viewpoints and improve their reading comprehension. Match the sentences to 1st or 3rd person to strengthen understanding and enjoy the task!
Point of View Worksheet
Worksheet
Skunks Worksheet
Kids can learn fascinating information about a beloved and smelly animal with this fun worksheet. They'll read articles, texts, and look at an accompanying picture while reading. Captions and sidebars can give extra details. Finally, answer the given questions by selecting the correct response. Reading is a fun and informative way to gain knowledge!
Skunks Worksheet
Worksheet
Sequence Word Eagle Worksheet
Help your child brush up on reading and writing with this fun worksheet. Read the story of the golden eagle's day, then have the child circle the numbers in the right order. Point out the sequence words that tell the order of events. This helps learners understand how to make their writing clear and understandable to others.
Sequence Word Eagle Worksheet
Worksheet
Finding the Details and Connections: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Does your child love animals? If you have pets, they'll relate to the text in this worksheet. Read it aloud to them and help them answer the simple questions by circling yes or no. The story is about a dog and cat living on a farm. Let your child read it aloud to you if they can.
Finding the Details and Connections: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Worksheet
“The Princess and the Pea” and “Cinderella” Worksheet
Read "Cinderella" and "The Princess and the Pea" to your little ones. Ask them what their favorite parts were and what similarities they found in the princesses. This worksheet has four pictures of scenes from the stories. Ask your kids which picture goes with both tales.
“The Princess and the Pea” and “Cinderella” Worksheet
Worksheet
Word Match Reading Worksheet
This printout helps children learn to read fluently by connecting words with the same sound. Colorful pictures aid understanding and context for kindergarten-level students. Tracing lines, they learn to identify the sounds made by letters of the alphabet and deepen their knowledge of phonics.
Word Match Reading Worksheet
Worksheet
Robin Hood Folktale Worksheet
Have your child practice reading comprehension and inferencing with this Robin Hood folktale worksheet! Get them to read between the lines to find character motivation and answer important questions about the passage. It's a fun way to test their reading skills!
Robin Hood Folktale Worksheet
Worksheet
Traditional Food in Mexico Worksheet
This colorful worksheet offers a great opportunity to learn about traditional Mexican foods, build vocabulary and practice visual discrimination. As many of the words are not phonetic, this practice can help improve fluency, vocabulary and comprehension when encountered in reading. Culturally diverse, it's great for readers looking to expand their knowledge.
Traditional Food in Mexico Worksheet
Worksheet
Volcano Facts Worksheet
This PDF worksheet helps 3rd graders improve their skills for reading both fiction and nonfiction. It also introduces them to finding the main idea of a text and locating supporting details. Download it now to help your child break down text for better comprehension.
Volcano Facts Worksheet
Worksheet
Poem: My New Kite Worksheet
Read a cheerful poem with your child and have them check the boxes next to the words that appear. Then, ask them to identify rhyming words, noting that these won't appear at the bottom of the page. This is a delightful reading activity to help your child remember what they read.
Poem: My New Kite Worksheet
Worksheet
King Midas Worksheet
Read the ancient Greek history of King Midas to your kids. If they're into Greek gods and mythology, they'll be excited to complete the exercise. Read the text carefully, and if needed, twice. Help your kids locate the story's theme at the bottom of the page. 80 words.
King Midas Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading: Long I and IE Worksheet
Have your child list words with the long /i/ sound (eg. 'pie'), and if needed, help them out with some examples. Read each word in the worksheet together and check their answer by having them circle the correct word.
Reading: Long I and IE Worksheet
Worksheet
More About Pelicans Worksheet
Train your reader to look for clues in words with this fun worksheet about pelicans! As they read each sentence, they'll learn more about these majestic birds. Once they finish, answer the questions and explore even more!
More About Pelicans Worksheet
Worksheet
Sight Words I Can Worksheet
Emerging readers can build confidence and improve reading skills with this free worksheet! They'll trace the lines to complete the "I Can" phrase then use the picture clue to decode the last word. This activity encourages reading and writing, and is empowering for kids as they explore all the things they can do!
Sight Words I Can Worksheet
Worksheet
The Native Americans Worksheet
Ask your students who the Native Americans are and give them a history lesson if needed. Read the text about the Native Americans and circle the past tense verbs. The text describes events that occurred when the first Pilgrims arrived in America.
The Native Americans Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading: Long E and IE Worksheet
Ask your child to name some words with the long /e/ sound they hear every day. Then, read aloud all the words in the worksheet with them. Ask them to circle the words containing ie that make this sound.
Reading: Long E and IE Worksheet
Worksheet
Join Kids Academy for Free
Who is primarily going to use this learning content?
Reading comprehension in early childhood (ages 5-8) is fundamental because it forms the foundation for all future learning. When children understand what they're reading, they can absorb information more effectively. This skill is not just about recognizing words, but about grasping their meaning and context. Proficient reading comprehension at a young age fosters a love of reading, encouraging lifelong learning and intellectual curiosity.
For children aged 5-8, strong reading comprehension skills translate into better performance across all subjects, from science to social studies. It enables them to follow instructions, solve problems, and think critically. More importantly, good comprehension skills impact emotional and social development, too. Stories help children understand emotions, cultures, and perspectives different from their own, fostering empathy and social awareness.
For teachers, focusing on reading comprehension ensures that their students are equipped to tackle progressively challenging material as they advance through their education. For parents, supporting this skill at home means reinforcing what’s taught in school, creating a consistent and powerful learning environment. Activities like shared reading, asking questions about stories, and encouraging discussions about books can significantly boost comprehension skills. Ultimately, investing in reading comprehension from an early age helps children develop the necessary tools for academic success and for understanding the world around them.
