Develop phonics skills for kids ages 6-7 with our expertly crafted Normal Phonics Worksheets from Kids Academy! Tailored for young learners, these worksheets cover essential phonics components, such as letter recognition, blends, and word association. Through engaging activities, children will enhance their reading abilities, boost their confidence, and build a strong foundation in literacy. Each printable worksheet is designed to make learning phonics fun and effective. Ideal for classroom use or at-home practice, our resources support early readers in mastering the alphabet and phonetic sounds, setting them on the path to academic success.


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Ew words worksheet
Ew words worksheet

EW Words Worksheet

Practice the diphthong ew and boost your child's vocabulary with this fun ew words worksheet! Filled with illustrations, it will help your child hone their reading and spelling skills. Plus, the tricky words will make it both enjoyable and rewarding!
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Vowel team ai Worksheet
Vowel team ai Worksheet

Vowel team ai Worksheet

Kids will have a blast learning about the -ai digraph with this fun worksheet. They'll read words with it and practice their motor skills as they help the animal duo get back to the train station. With success, they'll smile and enjoy the activity!
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Long and Short I Worksheet
Long and Short I Worksheet

Long and Short I Worksheet

Print the worksheet and have the students read "pig" and "fire". Check for understanding the difference between long and short vowels. Color in words and pictures to make learning phonics fun! This exercise is perfect for introducing the topic to your students.
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Long and Short O Worksheet
Long and Short O Worksheet

Long and Short O Worksheet

Help your students recognize the difference between long and short «Os» with this fun printout. Let them read and color-in "rope" and "mop" simultaneously. Listen to the different sounds, then color the words and pictures. Great for classes, it'll make your phonics lesson memorable and enjoyable.
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Phonics skills development is critical for children aged 6-7 because it lays the foundation for successful reading and writing. Phonics is the method of teaching reading by correlating sounds with letters or groups of letters. At this age, children are typically in first or second grade, a pivotal period for literacy acquisition. Understanding phonics helps them decode new words, making reading less frustrating and more enjoyable.

For parents and teachers, emphasizing phonics skills means fostering a lifelong love of reading and learning. Children who develop strong phonics skills tend to have better reading comprehension because they can focus on the meaning of the text rather than just decoding words. This foundational skill also aids spelling, as children learn the relationship between sounds and their written representations.

Moreover, phonics-based reading skills are linked to greater academic performance in future grades since reading is fundamental to all areas of education. Early intervention and support with phonics can prevent reading difficulties, reduce disparities in learning, and build confidence. Encouraging phonics skills development equips children with the tools they need for academic success and cultivates a sense of accomplishment, setting the stage for continued learning and growth.