Improving spelling skills Writing Worksheets for Ages 6-8

Enhance your child's spelling skills with our engaging writing worksheets designed for ages 6-8! At Kids Academy, we understand the importance of foundational literacy, and our resources are crafted to make learning fun and effective. These worksheets focus on phonics, sight words, and vocabulary, while providing varied activities such as fill-in-the-blank and word sorting. As children complete these activities, they’ll build confidence in their writing and spelling abilities. Encourage your budding wordsmith to master essential language skills through interactive, colorful exercises that ignite a love for learning. Explore our collection and watch your child's literacy flourish!


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Identify Common Suffixes

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Word structure worksheet: Compound Words
Word structure worksheet: Compound Words

Compound Words Word Structure Worksheet

Studying compound words is a great way to improve reading and writing skills! Try this fun worksheet: Compound Words – trace the lines to make new words! It's an easy and enjoyable way to get better at English.
Compound Words Word Structure Worksheet
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Prefix pre and suffix ful worksheet
Prefix pre and suffix ful worksheet

Prefix pre– and Suffix ful– Worksheet

Can't preforget something! This worksheet helps kids learn how to attach prefixes and suffixes to root words, forming new words that make sense. With this activity, they'll evaluate how the root words change when adding the prefix or suffix.
Prefix pre– and Suffix ful– Worksheet
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Suffix-ed Worksheet
Suffix-ed Worksheet

Suffix-ed Worksheet

Ask your kids if they know what suffixes are, and explain they are words added to the end of another word which changes the meaning. This worksheet focuses on the suffix -ed which shows something already happened. Help the kid in the picture find the past tense words.
Suffix-ed Worksheet
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Suffixes –ful and –less Worksheet
Suffixes –ful and –less Worksheet

Suffixes –ful and –less Worksheet

Before you start this worksheet, make sure your kids know about suffixes. Explain that they're added to the end of words to change their meaning. In the worksheet, kids will learn about the suffixes –ful and –less. Look at the sentences in the picture with them, and help them to choose the right one for each blank.
Suffixes –ful and –less Worksheet
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The Suffix -Ly Worksheet
The Suffix -Ly Worksheet

The Suffix -Ly Worksheet

Suffixes change the meaning of words: the -ly suffix usually describes how an action is done (e.g. slowly, quickly, loudly). Help your child understand this and then check out the fun worksheet. Ask them to identify the animals and people in the pictures, then read the sentences out loud and have them check the ones that finish the sentence.
The Suffix -Ly Worksheet
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Contractions Worksheet
Contractions Worksheet

Contractions Worksheet

Contractions are popular in English and make writing/reading easier. For example: I'm, they're, she's. Ask your students to give more examples. Then, read the sentences in this worksheet and help them check the correct contraction to replace the words in bold.
Contractions Worksheet
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Improving spelling skills is crucial for children aged 6-8 as it lays the foundation for their overall literacy development. At this age, children are not only learning to read but also beginning to write independently. Mastery of spelling enables them to express their thoughts and ideas clearly, enhancing their communication skills. When children spell words correctly, it boosts their confidence in writing, encouraging them to explore their creativity and share their stories.

Additionally, strong spelling skills support reading development. As children encounter new words, recognition of their correct spelling aids in decoding and comprehension. This interconnection fosters a love for reading and promotes a richer vocabulary.

For parents and teachers, implementing engaging spelling practices—such as interactive games, writing exercises, and daily vocabulary lessons—can make learning fun and less daunting. Moreover, providing positive feedback and celebrating progress encourages persistence and effort.

Child’s strong spelling ability not only impacts academic success but also prepares them for future educational challenges. In a world where written communication is paramount, nurturing excellent spelling skills is an essential component of equipping children for success in both their academic and personal lives.