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    Check out this FREE Trial Lesson on Vowels for age 5-9!

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    Reading: EA as in Bread Worksheet
    Reading: EA as in Bread Worksheet

    Reading: EA as in Bread Worksheet

    The vowel digraph ea can be read in two ways. Examples of the long sound are "read" and "lead"; examples of the short sound are "bread" and "head". Ask your kids to give you more examples and then have them check off the correct word for the pictures on this worksheet. This will help them understand the ea sound.
    Reading: EA as in Bread Worksheet
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    Long and Short E Worksheet
    Long and Short E Worksheet

    Long and Short E Worksheet

    This fun printout makes learning phonics enjoyable for Grade 3 students. Get them to read the words “tree” and “bed” to recognize the different sounds of the letter “E”. After hearing the words they can color the words and the pictures to understand differences between long and short vowels.
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    Is It IE or Y/Ye? Worksheet
    Is It IE or Y/Ye? Worksheet

    Is It IE or Y/Ye? Worksheet

    Test your child's picture identification skills by pointing at common items in your house and asking them to name them. Then, look at the objects in this worksheet with your little one. Point at each one, ask for the name, then ask which spelling is correct. Help them circle the correct word.
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    Reading: IGH as Long I Worksheet
    Reading: IGH as Long I Worksheet

    Reading: IGH as Long I Worksheet

    Kids can have fun and learn with this maze! They'll look for and read words with the 'long I' sound spelled 'igh'. Most words ending with 'T' have this spelling. Decode words while learning about long vowel sounds and their spellings.
    Reading: IGH as Long I Worksheet
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    Long Vowel A Printable Worksheet
    Long Vowel A Printable Worksheet

    Long Vowel A Worksheet

    Long Vowel A Worksheet
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    Silent Letter Maze Worksheet
    Silent Letter Maze Worksheet

    Silent Letter Maze Worksheet

    Learning to read can be tricky, especially with words with irregular pronunciations. Explain to your child that some words have consonants we do not pronounce when reading. Ask them for examples like 'knife' and 'knob'. These consonants are called silent letters. Download this pdf to practice words with silent letters and complete the maze.
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    Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet
    Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

    Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

    Divide your class into teams and have them work together to identify and pronounce the long O sound in words like "boat" and "flow". As they read aloud, have the rest of the class listen attentively. Then let teams color in the words and matching pictures, reinforcing the lesson. This simple printout is perfect for phonics lessons and a fun way to energize your class.
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    Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 1 ELA Worksheet
    Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 1 ELA Worksheet

    Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 1 ELA Worksheet

    This fun worksheet tests your child's sound recognition skills for each part of a word. Ask your child to name each image and trace the line to match it with the corresponding letter. Listen for beginning sounds on 1st, middle sounds on 2nd, and ending sounds on 3rd. Encourage learning with this colorful and interactive activity!
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    Long Vowel E Printable Worksheet
    Long Vowel E Printable Worksheet

    Long Vowel E Printable

    Help your child learn to read and spell with long vowel E with this printable worksheet. It'll teach them different spellings of E and how to recognize words with similar spellings that might not sound the same. They'll become a pro in no time!
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    Finding Syllables in Long Vowel Words Worksheet
    Finding Syllables in Long Vowel Words Worksheet

    Finding Syllables in Long Vowel Words Worksheet

    Help your kids identify objects and better count syllables in words. Look at the printout images with them and have them say each word out loud. Ask them to count syllables and tick the box with the correct number. With this worksheet, your kids will become more skilled.
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    When teaching children aged 5-9, understanding normal vowels is essential for their reading and writing development. Normal vowels—A, E, I, O, U—are foundational to phonics and language acquisition. These sounds are critical for encoding (spelling) and decoding (reading) words. By mastering the normal vowels, children gain skills necessary for word formation and pronunciation, which are vital for literacy development.

    Parents and teachers should care about normal vowels because they provide the building blocks for language comprehension. Children who recognize vowel sounds can blend them quickly to formulate words, leading to improved reading fluency. Moreover, strong vowel comprehension increases reading confidence and encourages a love for literature, setting the stage for lifelong learning.

    Engaging with normal vowels can foster a supportive learning environment, allowing children to experiment with sounds, rhymes, and patterns. This exploration nurtures creativity and critical thinking skills. Furthermore, when adults prioritize vowel instruction, they demonstrate the importance of communication and literacy, reinforcing the concept that reading impacts all areas of life. Thus, focusing on normal vowels ultimately contributes to children’s academic success and personal growth. By caring about vowel sounds, parents and educators empower young learners to thrive in language arts and beyond.