Discover engaging Phonics Practice Normal Reading Worksheets designed specifically for children aged 7-8. Our carefully curated resources help young learners strengthen their phonics skills through fun and interactive exercises. These worksheets focus on building essential reading abilities by reinforcing sound-letter relationships, improving vocabulary, and enhancing overall comprehension. Each activity is designed to make learning enjoyable while providing educators and parents with effective tools to support literacy development. With a variety of exercises that cater to different learning styles, kids will gain confidence in their reading skills. Explore our collection and watch your child's love for reading blossom!


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Reading: Long E and IE Worksheet
Reading: Long E and IE 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
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Short Vowel Eggs Worksheet
Short Vowel Eggs Worksheet

Short Vowel Eggs Worksheet

Your students will love helping these birdies pick the short vowel eggs! Have them read the words in the thought bubbles, then check off the boxes with the same short vowel sounds. The bright colors of this free Worksheet will draw them in and get them practicing their vowels!
Short Vowel Eggs Worksheet
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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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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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Phonics practice is essential for children aged 7-8 as it serves as a fundamental building block for literacy development. At this age, children are transitioning from learning to read to reading to learn, and solid phonics skills greatly enhance their reading proficiency and comprehension.

Understanding the relationship between letters and sounds allows children to decode unfamiliar words independently. This is crucial as they encounter more complex texts that demand deeper comprehension and critical thinking skills. Regular phonics practice can boost their confidence, transitioning them into more advanced reading levels and improving their overall academic performance.

Moreover, phonics instruction equips children with strategies to tackle spelling and writing challenges, which are linked closely to their reading skills. As they learn to read different genres and subjects, a solid phonics foundation enables them to engage with a wider variety of texts, fostering a love for reading and continuous learning.

Parents and teachers should collaborate to provide consistent phonics practice, ensuring a supportive environment for children. By prioritizing phonics, we lay a strong educational foundation that enhances literacy skills and nurtures a lifelong passion for reading. This investment not only benefits individual students but also contributes positively to overall learning communities.