Boost your child’s reading proficiency with our specially designed normal worksheets for ages 3-7! Kids Academy offers a variety of engaging and educational printable materials that seamlessly combine fun and learning. These worksheets cover essential reading skills such as letter recognition, phonics, vocabulary development, and early comprehension. Each activity is thoughtfully crafted to uphold your child’s confidence and foster a lifelong love for reading. Perfect for busy parents and teachers, our resources provide an effective curriculum supplement that ensures children easily master foundational reading skills while enjoying the process. Explore an array of vibrant, interactive exercises today!


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Long /u/ Words Worksheet
Long /u/ Words Worksheet

Long /u/ Words Worksheet

Your child needs to learn phonetics to enunciate and differentiate words. This fun worksheet encourages them to find and draw lines connecting the long 'U' words in the word search. Help them read the words on the right side of the picture, then look for them in the word search (horizontally, backwards or vertically).
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Spelling worksheet: "ig" and "ick" words
Spelling worksheet: "ig" and "ick" words

Words Families "ig" and "ick" Spelling Worksheet

Combine fun and learning with this illustrated spelling worksheet featuring "ig" and "ick" words! Ask kids to say the word, then determine which word family it belongs to. Pictures make it easier to learn and remember!
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Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet
Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet

Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet

When 'ee', 'ea' and 'ay' are in words, they usually make the long /e/ and /a/ sounds. Examples of words with 'ee' are "sheep", 'beach' and 'seat' with 'ea', and 'clay' and 'play' with 'ay'. Check this colourful worksheet with your kids; help them find the words that make the long /e/ sound like 'sheep'.
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Matching Vowel Sounds Worksheet
Matching Vowel Sounds Worksheet

Matching Vowel Sounds Worksheet

Teach your child phonics with a fun worksheet! Ask your child to name a vowel sound and listen if it's long or short. Differentiating between long and short vowel sounds can be tricky, but this matching worksheet makes it easy for kids to understand. Have fun and master phonics - the worksheet will help them understand the difference between long and short vowel sounds!
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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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The /wh/ Sound Worksheet
The /wh/ Sound Worksheet

The /wh/ Sound Worksheet

Digraphs join two consonants to make a new sound, like /wh/. Give examples, like "whale", "when" and "why". Ask kids to name pictures in a worksheet and trace dotted lines to images beginning with the /wh/ sound; "what" is one example.
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Sight Words Worksheet: Fish
Sight Words Worksheet: Fish

Fish Printable Sight Words Worksheet

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Writing the Sight Words: Live, Put, Know
Writing the Sight Words: Live, Put, Know

Live, Put, Know Printable Sight Words Worksheet

It encourages memorization and builds their mental library.
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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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Sight words printable worksheet- upon, around, off
Sight words printable worksheet- upon, around, off

Upon, Around, Off Sight Words Worksheet

Assist your child in mastering prepositions by printing off this worksheet featuring three sight words: upon, around, off. Read the sentences aloud and use the illustrations to demonstrate the meaning of each. Your kid will soon master these words quickly.
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Words with sound k Reading Worksheet
Words with sound k Reading Worksheet

Words with sound k Reading Worksheet

Help your preschooler master the hard "k" sound with this fun worksheet from Kids Academy! Ask your child to say each picture aloud and circle only the pictures that start with "k". This early reading exercise will boost phonics skills and is sure to be loved by your little learner!
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Reading proficiency between the ages of 3 and 7 is essential because it lays the foundation for a child’s academic and overall success. During these formative years, children’s brains are highly receptive to learning, making it the prime time to develop critical reading skills. When children become proficient readers, they can better understand and absorb information presented in all subjects, not just language arts. This early development of literacy skills translates into improved academic performance in the later years.

For parents and teachers, fostering reading proficiency involves creating a positive and engaging reading environment. Reading with children daily, encouraging storytelling, and providing access to a variety of books can spark a lifelong love for reading. Early proficiency also enhances cognitive skills, such as comprehension, critical thinking, and vocabulary.

Moreover, reading proficiency is linked to higher self-esteem and confidence in young learners. When children feel successful in reading, they are more likely to enjoy school and participate actively in class, fostering a positive mindset toward learning that endures.

Thus, prioritizing reading proficiency during these early years equips children with vital skills that contribute to their academic and personal development, setting the stage for future success and a love for reading that can last a lifetime.