Unlock your child's potential with our "Improving Reading Skills Normal Worksheets" designed specifically for ages 7-9. Our user-friendly worksheets provide vibrant and engaging activities that enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and fluency. Each worksheet has been crafted to align with educational standards, ensuring that your child builds a solid foundation in literacy. Perfect for use at home or in the classroom, these resources foster a love for reading while making learning enjoyable. With an emphasis on interactive and diverse exercises, your young learner will boost their confidence and skills in no time. Explore our collection and watch your child thrive!


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Distinguish Between Words with Long I and Short I

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Starfish Adverbs Worksheet
Starfish Adverbs Worksheet

Starfish Adverbs Worksheet

Students will gain exposure to new words and parts of speech as they learn more. After nouns and verbs, adverbs are next. Ask students to give examples, like ‘quickly’ and ‘heavily’. Finally, help them circle the starfish that answer the question 'how often?' on the worksheet.
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Point of View: The Crow and the Pitcher Worksheet
Point of View: The Crow and the Pitcher Worksheet

Point of View: The Crow and the Pitcher Worksheet

Help your child learn 1st and 3rd person point of view with our free downloadable worksheet! Using the fable The Crow and the Pitcher, learners read the sentences in each colorful box, then determine which ones are written in 1st or 3rd person. Trace a line from each box to its answer and complete!
Point of View: The Crow and the Pitcher Worksheet
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Open Syllables Worksheet
Open Syllables Worksheet

Open Syllables Worksheet

Before beginning this worksheet, make sure your child knows what open syllables are. If not, take time to teach them with examples. Then, help the writer finish her book by circling words with open syllables. She needs your child's help!
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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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Forms of Water Worksheet
Forms of Water Worksheet

Forms of Water Worksheet

Life on Earth needs water to survive. Luckily, water makes up 75% of the Earth's surface and comes in various forms such as rivers, oceans and lakes. Ask your kids to name other forms and use this worksheet to help them identify each type.
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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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Improving reading skills for children aged 7-9 is crucial for their overall development and future success. During this stage, children transition from learning to read to reading to learn, making it essential for parents and teachers to focus on enhancing their literacy abilities. Strong reading skills foster comprehension, helping children grasp complex ideas and concepts across subjects, including math and science.

Moreover, proficiency in reading boosts a child’s confidence and motivation to engage with learning materials. When children can effectively read and understand texts, they are more likely to participate actively in class discussions and extracurricular activities. These skills also enhance critical thinking and creativity, as children learn to analyze and interpret information.

Beyond academics, developing strong reading habits in early childhood has lasting benefits. Children who read regularly are better equipped to handle the challenges of higher education and beyond. Encouraging reading as a joyful activity cultivates a lifelong love of learning, promoting emotional and social development. Finally, parents and teachers play a vital role in modeling positive reading behaviors, fostering a nurturing environment that supports children’s growth. The investment in improving reading skills today will undoubtedly yield dividends for children in the years to come.