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    Discover our engaging Vowel Blends Worksheets designed specifically for children ages 6-8! These worksheets aim to enhance phonemic awareness and reading skills by focusing on vowel combinations like “ai,” “ou,” and “ee.” Through fun exercises, kids will practice recognizing and reading various vowel blends, helping to boost their confidence in literacy. Our worksheets are not only educational but also visually appealing, ensuring that learning remains enjoyable. Perfect for classroom use or at-home practice, these resources are crafted to support young learners on their journey to reading fluency. Start exploring the world of vowel blends today for a solid reading foundation!


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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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    The AI Vowel Pair Worksheet
    The AI Vowel Pair Worksheet

    The AI Vowel Pair Worksheet

    Vowel pairs make different sounds than individual letters. The 'ai' combination often forms the long /a/ sound, like in 'brain' and 'strain'. Get your kids to look at the pictures in the worksheet, identify each and say the name aloud. Help them circle the words with the long /a/ sound.
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    Reading: OA or OW Worksheet
    Reading: OA or OW Worksheet

    Reading: OA or OW Worksheet

    This printable worksheet helps young and emergent readers with decoding words and understanding digraphs (two letters with one sound). It requires students to complete the spelling for each word based on the picture, focusing on /oa/ and /ow/ spellings. It's ideal for a reading classroom and for spelling practice.
    Reading: OA or OW Worksheet
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    short vowels Worksheet
    short vowels Worksheet

    short vowels Worksheet

    Say "dog" and notice how long it takes to pronounce the vowel. Is it short or long? Compare it to "pea" and use this worksheet to quickly assess your child's mastery. Have them name each picture and listen for the vowel sounds. Only check the boxes for words with short vowel sounds.
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    Vowel diphthongs oi oy worksheet
    Vowel diphthongs oi oy worksheet

    Vowel Diphthongs OI OY Worksheet

    It'll help them read and spell accurately. This fun activity is a helpful way to learn tricky spellings of oi and oy diphthongs. It also aids in reading and spelling comprehension.
    Vowel Diphthongs OI OY Worksheet
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    Reading: OW and OU Words Worksheet
    Reading: OW and OU Words Worksheet

    Reading: OW and OU Words Worksheet

    Help your kids learn phonetics! Explain the different sounds and long/short variations. Emphasize that some vowel sounds are the same, e.g. ou = ow in cow. For practice, have them read aloud the words in the worksheet and check the box next to the spelling that matches the picture.
    Reading: OW and OU Words Worksheet
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    Reading: AI Vowel Team Worksheet
    Reading: AI Vowel Team Worksheet

    Reading: AI Vowel Team Worksheet

    This worksheet focuses on the vowel team /ai/ which makes the long A sound. Students are challenged to find the correct path through the puzzle following only words with the /ai/ sound. Bright illustrations help kids understand unknown words.
    Reading: AI Vowel Team Worksheet
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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.
    Reading: AW and AU Words 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.
    Reading: EA and EE 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.
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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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    Long and Short E Worksheet
    Long and Short E Worksheet

    Long and Short E Worksheet

    This fun printout makes learning phonics enjoyable for Grade 3 students. Get them to read the words “tree” and “bed” to recognize the different sounds of the letter “E”. After hearing the words they can color the words and the pictures to understand differences between long and short vowels.
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    Long Vowel E Printable Worksheet
    Long Vowel E Printable Worksheet

    Long Vowel E Printable

    Help your child learn to read and spell with long vowel E with this printable worksheet. It'll teach them different spellings of E and how to recognize words with similar spellings that might not sound the same. They'll become a pro in no time!
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    Vowel blends are essential for early readers between the ages of six and eight, as they form the foundation for fluent reading and writing. Vowel blends, which include pairs like "ai," "ea," or "ou," possess unique sounds that differ from their separate vowels. Understanding vowel blends enhances phonemic awareness, enabling children to decode complex words more confidently and efficiently.

    For parents and teachers, promoting awareness of vowel blends facilitates effective communication skills, which are crucial both academically and socially. Mastery of these blends helps students progress in reading levels, positively impacting comprehension and vocabulary development.

    Moreover, children who grasp vowel blends develop a love for reading. They feel empowered by their ability to tackle new words, fostering a greater interest in books and storytelling. This engagement can instill lifelong learning habits and enhance cognitive development.

    Understanding vowel blends also aids in spelling, as many words in the English language utilize these combinations. Supporting children through engaging activities, such as games or phonics exercises that focus on vowel blends, reinforces learning and understanding. Overall, by prioritizing vowel blends in early education, we equip children with critical skills that underpin their future academic success.