Reading Comprehension Worksheets for Ages 6-9
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Explore our engaging Reading Comprehension Worksheets designed specifically for children ages 6 to 9! Tailored to enhance comprehension skills, these worksheets feature age-appropriate texts and questions that encourage critical thinking and improve literacy. From fun stories to informative articles, each activity promotes vocabulary development and strengthens understanding of key concepts. Ideal for both classroom use and homeschooling, our worksheets provide a valuable resource for educators and parents alike. Dive into a world of reading adventure and unlock your child's potential through exciting exercises that cultivate a love for reading while building essential comprehension skills. Start your journey today!
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Comparisons Worksheet
Compare two things easily: place them side by side and note the differences. Use this passage to help kids practice reading and comprehension, and teach them about the ocean and sea creatures. Read both paragraphs, then check off details found in both. (80 words)
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Compare Two Sources Worksheet
Reading exposes us to new words, spelling, and info about different topics. Kids can practice their reading skills, and learn about bats, with this worksheet. Read the two sources in the picture, then help your kids answer the questions at the bottom.
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Text Features Worksheet
Encourage your child to read- it'll pay off! Reading teaches us new words, spelling, and information on various topics. Plus, readers use text features- such as tables, indexes, and diagrams- to help comprehend. Read the worksheet with your child and help them identify and understand the different features.
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Captions and Images Worksheet
Pictures and captions can aid understanding. That's why many children's books have them. Have your kids look at the pictures in the worksheet, then help them match the right caption to each image. This will help them understand the story.
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Changes to the Amazon Worksheet
If your kids are interested in protecting the planet, they should know about the Amazon. Use this worksheet to teach them about it. Read it with them and help them find the cause and effect relationships, then check them off. It explains the situation in the Amazon, why it's happening and the results.
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Cause And Effect Worksheet
Help your kids understand cause and effect with this worksheet. Explain that cause is what happens, and effect is the result of an action or event. Ask if they understand, then direct them to read the cause in the pictures and choose the most accurate effect from the options.
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Sequencential Order Worksheet
This worksheet is perfect for science-lovers: it'll test how good your child is at following instructions by asking them to complete the steps in the right order. Have them read the steps and then choose the statements that correctly fill in the blanks. It's more than just fun experiments and results - science also requires careful procedure.
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Jamestown Worksheet
Help your kids build vocabulary by reading simple texts and stories to them. This exercise helps them practice reading and grammar, and increases their knowledge of a topic. In this worksheet, kids learn about Jamestown: read text aloud and help them circle the correct date for each event.
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Goods and Services Worksheet
Teach your kids about the economy and businesses with this worksheet. Ask them if they know what goods and services are. After they complete the worksheet, they'll have a better understanding. Read the text to them and guide them step-by-step through the instructions. Help them learn!
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Branches of the Government Worksheet
The government is a group of people who lead countries or communities. It includes three branches: judicial, legislative, and executive. To help kids learn about these branches, read this passage to them and discuss the main idea.
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King Midas Worksheet
Read the ancient Greek history of King Midas to your kids. If they're into Greek gods and mythology, they'll be excited to complete the exercise. Read the text carefully, and if needed, twice. Help your kids locate the story's theme at the bottom of the page. 80 words.
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The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 2 Worksheet
Kids love story time - no doubt they know their favorites! This worksheet tells a story with a theme or main idea. Read it carefully with your kids and ensure they understand every word. Then, help them answer the simple questions at the bottom of the page.
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The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 1 Worksheet
Storytime can be your kid's favorite part of the day. Ask them what their favorite stories are, then read the text in the printout. Read along with them, making sure they understand each word. At the end, go over the questions and have them check the correct answers.
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Point of View Worksheet
Readers need to identify the storyteller to properly understand and relate to the story. Help your kids identify the point of view by noticing the pronouns used. Read the story in this worksheet with them and guide them to determine the story's point of view.
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First and Third Person Point of View Worksheet
Remind kids what a point of view is in a story. First person is from the character's perspective; third person is from the narrator's. Ask students to check if sentences in the exercise are in first or third person point of view.
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Finding Character Traits Worksheet
Before you start, make sure your kids know the difference between a character trait and a feeling. Traits are part of a character's entire personality and can be inferred from what they say and do in a story. Read the character descriptions on the worksheet and help your kids circle the best trait for each.
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Trait Maze Worksheet
A trait is a character's personality and should not be confused with a feeling, which is temporary. In this worksheet, kids learn about traits by following them through a maze and ignoring the feelings on the path.
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Story Structure Worksheet
Help your students read and identify the parts of the story in this worksheet: the beginning (characters and setting), middle (major events), and ending (events are resolved). Show them how to structure a story for clarity.
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Setting of a Story Worksheet
You need characters, theme, POV, plot and setting to tell a good story. Ask your kids to explain them and use this worksheet with a story to teach them about setting. Read the story with your kids, then have them circle the picture that best shows the setting.
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Homework Blues Worksheet
Cal and Sal don't love doing homework, just like your kids. Use this worksheet to help your children understand why homework is important. Read the passage together and then answer the questions at the bottom of the page. It's a fun way to learn together!
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Point of View Printable
Teach your kids about points of view with this worksheet! In a story, characters can tell the story in first person or it can come from a narrator in third person. Read the excerpt in the worksheet and ask your kids to identify which point of view it is.
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Changing Feelings Worksheet
Help your kids practice reading skills with this exercise. Ask them to read the short passage, then check the boxes showing the character's emotions at the start and end. This will help them improve their reading and understanding.
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Character’s Feelings Worksheet
To help your child with reading and writing, encourage them to read simple texts and comprehension passages. This will help them learn new words, build their grammar and practice their reading skills. Go through a worksheet together, read the character descriptions then ask your child to pick the smiley face which shows how the character feels.
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Special Day Worksheet
What's your child's favorite day? Let them tell you what makes it special and what they enjoy most. With the worksheet, show them the picture and ask them to identify the day. Read the story aloud, and help them answer the questions and check the right responses.
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Reading comprehension is a critical skill for children aged 6-9, as it forms the foundation for future learning and academic success. During these formative years, children transition from learning to read to reading to learn. This shift is pivotal; when children understand what they read, they are better equipped to engage with various subjects, from science to social studies. Strong reading comprehension enables students to retain information, think critically, and make connections between texts and the world around them.
Moreover, reading comprehension helps foster a love for reading. When children grasp what they read, they find joy and interest in exploring new stories and ideas, which enhances their creativity and imagination. Additionally, this skill promotes empathy and emotional intelligence, as children relate to characters and situations within texts.
Parents and teachers play an essential role in nurturing reading comprehension. They can encourage discussions about stories, ask open-ended questions, and provide diverse reading materials. By prioritizing comprehension skills, they not only enhance a child’s educational journey but also equip them with the tools needed for lifelong learning and engagement with literature. Investing in reading comprehension now will have lasting benefits for children as they progress in their academic careers and life beyond school.
