Phonics Skills Letter Recognition Worksheets for Ages 6-9

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Help your child master essential phonics skills with our Letter Recognition Worksheets, designed specifically for ages 6-9. Our engaging and educational worksheets focus on identifying and recognizing letters, paving the way for successful reading and writing. Each activity features fun exercises that foster learning in an enjoyable way. Kids can practice matching letters, tracing, and identifying sounds, enhancing their phonemic awareness. Perfect for classroom and home use, these worksheets provide consistent practice that builds a solid foundation for early literacy. Boost your child's confidence and skills with these expertly crafted phonics resources.


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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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Short Vowels /e/, /i/, and /u/ Worksheet
Short Vowels /e/, /i/, and /u/ Worksheet

Short Vowels /e/, /i/, and /u/ Worksheet

Your emergent reader can have fun while practicing their short vowel sounds with this free, brightly colored worksheet. They'll identify one-syllable words by their pictures, then match the correct ending for each. They'll gain an understanding of how short vowel sounds vary in closed syllables with different endings, without even realizing it!
Short Vowels /e/, /i/, and /u/ Worksheet
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Reading: Long U and Short U Sounds Worksheet
Reading: Long U and Short U Sounds Worksheet

Reading: Long U and Short U Sounds Worksheet

Learning about long and short vowel sounds can be tricky, especially with the letter U. Extra practice with this worksheet is recommended for mastering this sound. Children read words with the different vowel sounds and categorize them. Great for instruction, practice and reteaching in reading classes.
Reading: Long U and Short U Sounds Worksheet
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Long Vowel Maze /o/ and /i/ Worksheet
Long Vowel Maze /o/ and /i/ Worksheet

Long Vowel Maze /o/ and /i/ Worksheet

Help your new readers have fun and build their sight word vocabulary! Guide the mice to their prize cheese by having them trace the route on the worksheet, using words with the long o and long i sounds. But watch out for the kitty!
Long Vowel Maze /o/ and /i/ Worksheet
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Letter I Tracing Worksheet Preview
Letter I Tracing Worksheet Preview

Letter I Tracing Worksheet

Kids can hone tracing, writing and identifying skills for the letter 'I' with this worksheet. Whether visual or reading/writing learners, every child can benefit from the tasks - tracing, writing and circling objects beginning with 'I'. This free sheet will soon get preschoolers confident with the 'I' letter!
Letter I Tracing 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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Phonics for Kids | Short Vowel Sound E | PDF Worksheet 1
Phonics for Kids | Short Vowel Sound E | PDF Worksheet 1

Short Vowel Sound E Worksheet

This free printable phonics worksheet helps kids learn the short vowel sound E. Kids need to help the dog complete the word “hen” by finding their way through a maze. It teaches kids to see the connection between letters and sounds and also strengthens their writing and spelling skills. Fun and educational, this phonics worksheet is great for kids. Want more? Check out here.
Short Vowel Sound E Worksheet
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Rearrange the Sounds Worksheet
Rearrange the Sounds Worksheet

Rearrange the Sounds Worksheet

Ask students if they can identify the objects in the worksheet and spell the words. Guide them to find and circle the letters that match the picture. This exercise should be easy-peasy for advanced spellers.
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Phonics skills and letter recognition are the foundation of early reading and literacy, making them crucial for children aged 6-9. At this developmental stage, children are in a critical period for language acquisition and cognitive development. Mastery of phonics enables children to decode words, improve reading fluency, and enhance comprehension skills. Essentially, understanding the relationship between letters and sounds helps children read smoothly and accurately.

Letter recognition, an integral part of phonics, allows children to distinguish between different letters and understand their corresponding sounds. This skill is vital for word formation and spelling, directly contributing to vocabulary expansion. When children struggle with these skills, they may face difficulties in reading, which can hinder their academic growth and diminish their self-confidence.

For teachers, emphasizing phonics and letter recognition in the classroom sets the foundation for a love of reading and lifelong learning. For parents, engaging in activities that bolster these skills—such as reading aloud, playing phonics games, or using educational apps—reinforces classroom learning and strengthens the parent-child bond through shared educational experiences. By prioritizing phonics and letter recognition, parents and teachers are investing in a child's future academic success and overall intellectual development.