Phonics Skills Vowel Diphthongs Worksheets for Ages 6-8

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Enhance your child's reading skills with our engaging Phonics Skills Vowel Diphthongs Worksheets designed for ages 6-8. These worksheets, available on Kids Academy, focus on teaching essential vowel diphthongs in a fun and interactive way. Children will master sounds like "oi," "oy," "ou," and "ow" through diverse activities, strengthening their phonics foundation. Perfect for both classroom and home use, these resources support literacy development, improve pronunciation, and build confidence in young readers. Start your child's phonics journey today with our expertly crafted vowel diphthongs worksheets! Download now for all-in-one accessible learning.


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Distinguish Between Words with Long O and Short O

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Reading: Long O and Short O Sounds Worksheet
Reading: Long O and Short O Sounds Worksheet

Reading: Long O and Short O Sounds Worksheet

Students practice distinguishing between short and long O sounds with this reading worksheet. They sound out each word, then circle the pictures with the long O sound. Perfect for individual practice or to work with peers! Improves understanding of this skill and helps avoid confusion.
Reading: Long O and Short O Sounds Worksheet
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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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Puss in Boots: OO Sound Worksheet
Puss in Boots: OO Sound Worksheet

Puss in Boots: OO Sound Worksheet

Read out the words in this printout with the correct pronunciation. Have your child repeat each word after you. Then have them read the words and identify the ones with the "oo" sound. Guide their hands as they trace the lines to the right words.
Puss in Boots: OO Sound Worksheet
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Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet
Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet

Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet

Reading and decoding words can be complex for learners when they start studying digraphs, two letters that make one sound. This worksheet focuses on the long O sound, /oa/ and /ow/. With the understanding of digraphs, students can decode more words and build their reading confidence.
Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet
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Which's the OA Word? Worksheet
Which's the OA Word? Worksheet

Which's the OA Word? Worksheet

Encourage your kids to complete this fun worksheet. Ask them to identify the animals and objects in the pictures. Read the incomplete sentences aloud, and then find the correct word to finish the sentence. Check their work.
Which's the OA Word? Worksheet
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Reading: Long E and Short E Worksheet
Reading: Long E and Short E Worksheet

Reading: Long E and Short E Worksheet

Provide your students with valuable practice in distinguishing long and short E sounds with this worksheet. They'll look at pictures and read the words, then decide which sound is being used. It's an effective tool to help them master a difficult concept.
Reading: Long E and Short E Worksheet
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What Sounds Like Float? Worksheet
What Sounds Like Float? Worksheet

What Sounds Like Float? Worksheet

Help your kids practice the long /o/ sound with words such as 'boat', 'goat' and 'float'. Ask them to identify and circle the images in the worksheet that have the same sound. Award bonus points if they come up with more words with 'oa' spelling!
What Sounds Like Float? 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: 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.
Reading: Vowel Team 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.
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet
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Phonics skills, specifically vowel diphthongs, are crucial for children aged 6-8 as they build the foundation for proficient reading and writing. Vowel diphthongs are combinations of two vowel sounds within a single syllable, creating a gliding sound, such as "oi" in "boil" or "ou" in "out." Mastery of these sounds is essential because English is a language with numerous exceptions and irregularities, and understanding diphthongs helps children decode and pronounce many common but challenging words.

For parents and teachers, fostering these skills enriches a child's literacy development. Fluent reading not only supports academic success across all subjects but also enlivens a child’s imagination and fosters a lifelong love of learning. Young learners who are confident readers often exhibit greater self-esteem and better communication skills. Phonics instruction that includes vowel diphthongs enables children to become independent readers more quickly because they learn consistent rules and patterns.

Additionally, early intervention in phonics can prevent future reading difficulties. By paying attention to this critical aspect of language at an early age, educators and parents equip children with the tools necessary for accurate spelling, reading comprehension, and efficient information processing. Hence, prioritizing phonics, particularly vowel diphthongs, prepares children for both academic achievement and daily communication.