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OUGH as in Bought Worksheet
OUGH as in Bought Worksheet

OUGH as in Bought Worksheet

Use this worksheet to teach your child the different pronunciations of -ough. For example, -ough can sound like ‘aw’ in ‘bought’. Ask your child to give more examples and help them underline the correct answers to fill in the blanks.
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Sight words printable worksheet, wash, wish, work
Sight words printable worksheet, wash, wish, work

Wash, Wish, Work Sight Words Worksheet

Help your child distinguish between 'wash', 'wish' and 'work' with this sight words printable worksheet. It features sentences with the words and colorful images that aid your child's memory. Help them get one step closer to becoming a confident reader!
Wash, Wish, Work Sight Words Worksheet
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Compound words grade 2 PDF worksheet
Compound words grade 2 PDF worksheet

Compound Words Worksheet

Help your child get to grips with compound words! From sunflowers to snowflakes, firemen to fireflies, some words are made up of two. Introduce them to the world of compound words with this grade 2 PDF worksheet, packed with fun activities!
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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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Prefix Un- Worksheet
Prefix Un- Worksheet

Prefix Un- Worksheet

Help your child understand the concept of adding "un-" to the front of words by giving examples such as "unhappy" (not happy) and "unserious" (not serious). Guide them in tracing the "un-" in each word and read it aloud together.
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State word search puzzle worksheet
State word search puzzle worksheet

State Word Search Worksheet

Take a road trip across the US with this word search to help your child learn how to identify states. This engaging puzzle makes it easy to remember the 50 states. Get your kids to have fun and learn at the same time!
State Word Search Worksheet
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What's My Name? Worksheet
What's My Name? Worksheet

What's My Name? Worksheet

Test your child's chess knowledge with this colorful worksheet! There are six pieces lined up with names underneath. Ask your child to name each piece, then check if it's correct. Help them succeed by brushing up on the different pieces and their names.
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Medals: Al Spelling Worksheet
Medals: Al Spelling Worksheet

Medals: Al Spelling Worksheet

Have your students list common words ending with -al. See how many they can give and spell. Give examples of your own, assisting with spelling. Now review the words in the worksheet. Guide students to trace the line for each word ending with -al. 80 words
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Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet
Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet

Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet

This worksheet helps kids recognize that /au/ and /aw/ can make the same sound. Students read sentences and pick the correct word with one of the digraphs. Understanding digraphs improves decoding and reading fluency. Perfect for reading and phonics classes.
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Family Vocabulary Worksheet
Family Vocabulary Worksheet

Family Vocabulary Worksheet

Students learn about families in social studies. This worksheet helps them identify family members by looking at a picture and circling the corresponding word. To extend their learning, ask them to talk about their own family members.
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Reading: Prefix Search Worksheet
Reading: Prefix Search Worksheet

Reading: Prefix Search Worksheet

Maze your way through prefixes! This worksheet helps students practice reading new words with a prefix and figuring out the base word. An understanding of prefixes gives students the skills to comprehend new words. A fun and useful activity for the reading classroom!
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White Tracing Color Words Worksheet
White Tracing Color Words Worksheet

White Tracing Color Words Worksheet

This fun worksheet helps children learn color words quickly. They trace the letters and circle pictures of the color. This helps them practice reading and identifying objects, and they can do it without needing to read phonetically. Download it now and watch your child's skill grow!
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Long I Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet
Long I Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

Long I Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

This worksheet provides practice with letter combinations that make the long "i" sound while enhancing creativity and motor skills with a fun coloring activity. Unknowingly, new readers learn key phonics skills while having fun!
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Long I Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet
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Reading: EA and EE Worksheet
Reading: EA and EE Worksheet

Reading: EA and EE Worksheet

Confused by the long E sound's varying spellings? Give students practice with this printable. It will improve their reading and spelling skills by helping them identify the correct spellings for words with the /ee/ and /ea/ vowel teams. Clear up the confusion and sharpen their skills.
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Reading: AW Words Worksheet
Reading: AW Words Worksheet

Reading: AW Words Worksheet

Practice decoding the /aw/ digraph with this printable. Students read sentences and select the word with the correct spelling to complete each one. Note, /aw/ is sometimes spelled /au/, so this worksheet helps prevent confusion. Have fun, and practice hard!
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Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet
Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet

Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet

This worksheet is perfect for helping young learners master the /ee/ vowel team. It shows the first vowel with a long sound and the second vowel silent. It also provides pictures for unfamiliar words for readers of all levels. It's an ideal resource for teaching phonics skills.
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Silent e worksheet
Silent e worksheet

Silent E Words Worksheet

The letter e is amazing - it changes words without making a sound! Boost spelling and phonics with this Silent e worksheet from Kids Academy - fun and colorful!
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Homophones: Crayons Worksheet
Homophones: Crayons Worksheet

Homophones: Crayons Worksheet

Ask your kids: "What are homophones?" Explain that homophones are words that sound alike but have different meanings, like 'dare' and 'deer'. Ask them to identify homophones by putting the crayons in this printout away according to the words.
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Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet
Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet

Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet

Students need practice and exposure to letters that make different sounds for decoding and reading success. This printable is a great resource for language arts classes: it explains that words ending with Y and having only one syllable make the long I sound. Students will circle all words with Y that have this sound.
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2nd grade sight words worksheet- s words
2nd grade sight words worksheet- s words

S Words Sight Words Worksheet

This 2nd grade worksheet encourages kids to practice using context clues when identifying sight words that begin with 's'. Engage them with colorful pictures to enhance the learning, helping them to understand the context of each sentence and choose the correct word.
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Animal Word Search Worksheet
Animal Word Search Worksheet

Animal Word Search Worksheet

Students can have fun and strengthen spelling and vocabulary skills with this word search worksheet. Search for animal words and circle the letters in the puzzle. Words can be found forwards, backwards, horizontally or vertically, providing a great challenge to foster critical thinking skills. An enriching activity for all ages!
Animal Word Search Worksheet
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Ou and ow words worksheet
Ou and ow words worksheet

OU and OW Words Worksheet

Enhance your child's reading and spelling with this ou and ow words worksheet! Fun pictures and common words make mastering the diphthongs ou and ow easy and enjoyable.
OU and OW Words Worksheet
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Silent Letter Maze Worksheet
Silent Letter Maze Worksheet

Silent Letter Maze Worksheet

Learning to read can be tricky, especially with words with irregular pronunciations. Explain to your child that some words have consonants we do not pronounce when reading. Ask them for examples like 'knife' and 'knob'. These consonants are called silent letters. Download this pdf to practice words with silent letters and complete the maze.
Silent Letter Maze 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.
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Spelling practice is essential for children aged 8-9, as it significantly contributes to their overall literacy development and academic success. At this age, children are transitioning from learning to read to reading to learn; therefore, strong spelling skills enhance their reading comprehension and writing abilities. Being proficient in spelling allows children to express their thoughts clearly and effectively, fostering better communication skills.

Furthermore, consistent spelling practice helps improve vocabulary acquisition. Children who practice spelling are more likely to engage with new words, expanding their language use and enhancing their verbal skills, which are crucial for effective interaction both in and out of the classroom.

Additionally, mastering spelling fosters confidence. Children who are skilled spellers feel more motivated to participate in writing activities and share their ideas without fear of making basic mistakes. This confidence supports their overall enthusiasm for learning.

Finally, developing good spelling habits early on can lead to long-term academic benefits. Children who struggle with spelling may encounter challenges in higher grades, where writing quality becomes increasingly important. By making spelling practice a priority, parents and teachers equip children with a valuable skill set that will serve them throughout their educational journey and beyond.