Reading Proficiency Normal Worksheets for ages 7-9 are designed to enhance your child's reading abilities, fluency, and comprehension skills. These engaging and educational worksheets from Kids Academy focus on key learning objectives, including vocabulary development, sentence structure, and understanding context. Through fun exercises and consistent practice, young readers can build a strong foundation in reading, ensuring confidence and excellence in their literacy journey. Explore our wide range of printable worksheets to support your child’s growth and make learning an enjoyable experience. Equip them with the necessary tools to become proficient readers today!


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Distinguish between Long U and Short U

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Long /u/ Words Worksheet
Long /u/ Words Worksheet

Long /u/ Words Worksheet

Your child needs to learn phonetics to enunciate and differentiate words. This fun worksheet encourages them to find and draw lines connecting the long 'U' words in the word search. Help them read the words on the right side of the picture, then look for them in the word search (horizontally, backwards or vertically).
Long /u/ Words Worksheet
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Spelling worksheet: "ig" and "ick" words
Spelling worksheet: "ig" and "ick" words

Words Families "ig" and "ick" Spelling Worksheet

Combine fun and learning with this illustrated spelling worksheet featuring "ig" and "ick" words! Ask kids to say the word, then determine which word family it belongs to. Pictures make it easier to learn and remember!
Words Families "ig" and "ick" Spelling Worksheet
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Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet
Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet

Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet

When 'ee', 'ea' and 'ay' are in words, they usually make the long /e/ and /a/ sounds. Examples of words with 'ee' are "sheep", 'beach' and 'seat' with 'ea', and 'clay' and 'play' with 'ay'. Check this colourful worksheet with your kids; help them find the words that make the long /e/ sound like 'sheep'.
Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet
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Long and Short U Worksheet
Long and Short U Worksheet

Long and Short U Worksheet

Revised: Spice up your lesson on long and short vowels with this fun printout! Kids read the words "tube" and "tub," then reinforce the sound by coloring in the words and pictures. It's a great way to make phonics class enjoyable!
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Long and Short U Worksheet
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The /wh/ Sound Worksheet
The /wh/ Sound Worksheet

The /wh/ Sound Worksheet

Digraphs join two consonants to make a new sound, like /wh/. Give examples, like "whale", "when" and "why". Ask kids to name pictures in a worksheet and trace dotted lines to images beginning with the /wh/ sound; "what" is one example.
The /wh/ Sound Worksheet
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Sight Words Worksheet: Fish
Sight Words Worksheet: Fish

Fish Printable Sight Words Worksheet

Fish Printable Sight Words Worksheet
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Writing the Sight Words: Live, Put, Know
Writing the Sight Words: Live, Put, Know

Live, Put, Know Printable Sight Words Worksheet

It encourages memorization and builds their mental library.
Live, Put, Know Printable Sight Words Worksheet
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Reading: OI and OY Worksheet
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet

Reading: OI and OY Worksheet

Ask your students if they know the rule for words with /oi/ or /oy/ sound. If not, it's easy to learn! Rule: If /oy/ at end of word, spell with 'oy'; if /oi/ in middle of word, spell with 'oi'. Use this worksheet to help them master these digraphs and improve their ability to decode.
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet
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Sight words printable worksheet- upon, around, off
Sight words printable worksheet- upon, around, off

Upon, Around, Off Sight Words Worksheet

Assist your child in mastering prepositions by printing off this worksheet featuring three sight words: upon, around, off. Read the sentences aloud and use the illustrations to demonstrate the meaning of each. Your kid will soon master these words quickly.
Upon, Around, Off Sight Words Worksheet
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Reading proficiency for children ages 7-9 is crucial for several key reasons. At this stage, children transition from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.” Proficient reading skills are foundational for academic success across all subjects. When children struggle with reading, it can hinder their ability to understand material in science, math, social studies, and even more advanced language arts. This can lead to a cycle of frustration, lowered self-confidence, and reduced academic performance.

Moreover, literacy skills developed during these early years influence cognitive development. Reading enhances vocabulary, comprehension, critical thinking, and communication skills. A strong reading foundation helps children make sense of new information and solve problems effectively, which are essential skills for lifelong learning.

In addition, reading proficiency impacts emotional and social development. Through stories and diverse texts, children are introduced to new ideas, cultures, and perspectives, fostering empathy and open-mindedness. This can strengthen their interpersonal relationships and emotional intelligence.

Attention to reading proficiency can also help identify and address learning difficulties early, ensuring every child receives the support they need. Educators and parents play a critical role in fostering a love for reading, providing rich literary environments, and offering encouragement, thus setting the stage for future success.