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Long Vowel Review Worksheet
Long Vowel Review Worksheet

Long Vowel Review Worksheet

Vowel teams like "ea" and "ai" help us make words, and understanding these patterns aids emerging readers in becoming more fluent. This review worksheet has students finding words with vowel teams that make the long vowel sound, and helps them recognize high-frequency words.
Long Vowel Review Worksheet
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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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Words with ea Worksheet
Words with ea Worksheet

Words with ea Worksheet

Beginning readers may struggle with -ea vowel digraphs, which can have multiple sounds and be tricky to decode. This cheerful worksheet helps kids practice reading sentences with missing -ea words, using context clues to fill in the blanks. They'll also be exposed to various -ea sound examples, and build their sight word knowledge.
Words with ea 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 8-year-olds because it lays the foundation for proficient reading and writing skills, critical for their overall academic success. At this developmental stage, many children are transitioning from learning to read to reading to learn, making phonics instruction particularly crucial. Understanding the relationship between letters and sounds enables kids to decode new words efficiently, boosting their confidence and fluency.

For parents and teachers, prioritizing phonics ensures that children gain the phonemic awareness necessary to tackle complex words and comprehend texts more effectively. Struggling readers often fall behind in all subjects, as reading is a gateway for acquiring knowledge. Consistent phonics practice helps prevent this, fostering a positive attitude towards learning.

Additionally, phonics instruction supports spelling and writing skills. By recognizing sound patterns and letter combinations, children can spell words more accurately, enabling them to express their thoughts and ideas clearly in writing. This dual focus on both reading and writing creates a well-rounded literacy foundation.

Moreover, early intervention through phonics can identify and address reading difficulties such as dyslexia, providing tailored support to ensure every child reaches their full potential. In essence, investing time in phonics practice equips children with the essential skills needed for lifelong learning and opens doors to academic and personal success.