Discover our engaging Phonics Recognition Worksheets specifically designed for children ages 7-9! These worksheets provide an interactive and fun approach to help young learners develop essential phonics skills. With a variety of exercises including letter sounds, word recognition, and blending techniques, children will gain confidence in their reading abilities. Tailored to support varying skill levels, our Normal Phonics Worksheets encourage independent learning while reinforcing classroom concepts. Perfect for at-home practice or school use, these resources cultivate a strong foundation in phonics that is crucial for literacy development. Empower your child’s learning journey with our thoughtfully crafted worksheets today!


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Identify Prefixes, Suffixes, and Base Words

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Where Is the Digraph? Worksheet
Where Is the Digraph? Worksheet

Where Is the Digraph? Worksheet

Teach your child about digraphs - two or more consonants that form one sound, like /wh/, /sh/, and /ch/. Show them words with these sounds and use this worksheet to help. Ask them which digraph is missing from the words and point out the pictures. 80 words.
Where Is the Digraph? Worksheet
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Listen to the Sounds Worksheet
Listen to the Sounds Worksheet

Listen to the Sounds Worksheet

This worksheet builds emerging readers' skills in using sounds for reading and spelling. It helps strengthen auditory processing by having them count the sounds in each word, then trace the corresponding number. Fun and cheerful!
Listen to the Sounds Worksheet
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Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 1 Worksheet
Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Explain prefixes (words added to start of another word to give it a new meaning) and suffixes (added to end of word to change its meaning) to your kids with examples like 'unhappy' (prefix) and 'forgetful' (suffix). Now, help your child complete this worksheet, including circling words and checking boxes.
Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 1 Worksheet
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Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet
Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet

Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet

This bright and cheery traceable worksheet encourages children to practice auditory discrimination and phonological awareness. Using picture clues, they read each word and trace the line that represents the number of sounds heard. This builds decoding skills and helps them become successful readers.
Let's Count the Sounds Worksheet
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Reading: Long I and Short I Sound Maze Worksheet
Reading: Long I and Short I Sound Maze Worksheet

Reading: Long I and Short I Sound Maze Worksheet

Question your students if the worksheet is entertaining. They may respond negatively! Nonetheless, this activity will bring satisfaction while learning the distinction between a long and short I sound. Students read the words in the maze and only follow the words with the short I sound to finish the exercise. Grasping the difference between long and short vowels is demanding, but this worksheet helps students understand this reading skill.
Reading: Long I and Short I Sound Maze Worksheet
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Let's Check for «i» Sounds Worksheet
Let's Check for «i» Sounds Worksheet

Let's Check for «i» Sounds Worksheet

This fun worksheet with pictures boosts phonics skills - differentiating between long «ī» and short «i» sounds in 1- and 2-syllable words. Kids use picture clues to read words, then check off the correct ones. It's a great way for new readers to practice early reading skills and find success on their own.
Let's Check for «i» Sounds Worksheet
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Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Help your kids learn proper pronunciation by counting syllables. Most words they'll encounter have 1-3 syllables, making them simple to say. Have them repeat the words in your worksheet after you. Focus on longer words with more than two syllables.
Phonics and Word Recognition: Assessment 2 Worksheet
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Ir ur er words worksheet
Ir ur er words worksheet

IR UR ER Words Worksheet

Trouble spelling words with the same initial vowel sound? Our worksheet is here to help! With its exercises to help your child learn to read and spell turtle, bird, and mermaid, it'll make differentiating these tricky digraphs a snap.
IR UR ER Words Worksheet
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Phonics recognition is a crucial aspect of early literacy that significantly influences a child's reading journey, especially for ages 7 to 9, when they solidify their foundational skills. During this developmental stage, children transition from learning to read to reading to learn. Understanding and mastering phonics helps them decode unfamiliar words, contributing to improved reading fluency and comprehension.

Parents and teachers should prioritize phonics recognition because it directly impacts children's confidence in reading. Proficient phonics skills enable them to grasp more complex texts, fostering a love for reading and lifelong learning. Additionally, solid phonics knowledge aids in spelling and vocabulary development, essential elements of effective communication.

Moreover, struggling with phonics at this age can lead to frustration and a lack of motivation, potentially resulting in longer-term academic challenges. Early intervention and consistent reinforcement can prevent these difficulties and support children in becoming successful readers.

Finally, in a world increasingly reliant on literacy for personal and academic success, ensuring that children develop robust phonics recognition skills empowers them to engage effectively with information, express their ideas clearly, and thrive in their educational experiences and beyond. Investing in these skills is vital for their overall growth and success.