Phonics skills improvement Reading Worksheets for Ages 6-9

Enhance your child's reading journey with our Phonics Skills Improvement Reading Worksheets, specially designed for ages 6-9. These worksheets provide engaging and interactive activities to develop essential phonics skills. From letter sounds to word blends, our exercises support young readers in mastering pronunciation and decoding words, building a solid foundation for fluent reading. Perfect for both classroom and home practice, these printable worksheets make learning fun and effective. Support your child's literacy growth with Kids Academy's expertly crafted resources, ensuring they gain confidence and proficiency in their reading abilities, building lasting skills for future success.


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Distinguish between Long U and Short U

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Reading: Long I and IE Worksheet
Reading: Long I and IE Worksheet

Reading: Long I and IE Worksheet

Have your child list words with the long /i/ sound (eg. 'pie'), and if needed, help them out with some examples. Read each word in the worksheet together and check their answer by having them circle the correct word.
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Long and Short U Worksheet
Long and Short U Worksheet

Long and Short U Worksheet

Revised: Spice up your lesson on long and short vowels with this fun printout! Kids read the words "tube" and "tub," then reinforce the sound by coloring in the words and pictures. It's a great way to make phonics class enjoyable!
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Long and Short U Worksheet
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Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet
Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet

Reading: Y as Long I Worksheet

Students need practice and exposure to letters that make different sounds for decoding and reading success. This printable is a great resource for language arts classes: it explains that words ending with Y and having only one syllable make the long I sound. Students will circle all words with Y that have this sound.
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Phonics skills form the cornerstone of reading proficiency for children aged 6-9, making them imperative for both parents and teachers to prioritize. Phonics teaches children the relationships between letters and sounds, enabling them to decode words they haven't encountered before. This foundational skill is essential as it accelerates the process of fluent reading—an ability closely tied to academic success.

During this critical developmental period, a strong grasp of phonics aids in vocabulary expansion and enhances comprehension skills. Children who struggle with phonics often find reading laborious, which can lead to frustration and a lack of interest in reading altogether. Conversely, proficient readers are more likely to develop a love for reading, fostering lifelong learning habits.

Moreover, reading difficulties can affect overall academic achievement, as much of school learning involves reading. Poor phonics skills can result in difficulties across subjects like math and science, where reading is essential for understanding concepts and instructions. By focusing on phonics improvement, parents and teachers not only boost literacy but also underpin broader educational achievements and cognitive development. Hence, investing time and resources to enhance phonics skills in early childhood sets a robust foundation for a child's future education and personal growth.