Letter-sound recognition Normal Worksheets for Ages 7-9

Boost your child's reading skills with our "Letter-Sound Recognition Normal Worksheets for Ages 7-9." Carefully designed for early learners, these engaging worksheets focus on connecting letters to their corresponding sounds, laying a solid foundation for fluent reading. Through fun activities and exercises, children will practice identifying letter sounds, enhancing their phonemic awareness, and preparing for more advanced literacy skills. Perfect for both classroom and at-home learning, our resources support educators and parents in fostering key language development in young minds. Start your child's reading journey with our expertly crafted letter-sound recognition worksheets today!


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Count the Phonemes in a Word

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Cha, Cha, Cha: Find the /Ch/ Sound Worksheet
Cha, Cha, Cha: Find the /Ch/ Sound Worksheet

Cha, Cha, Cha: Find the /Ch/ Sound Worksheet

Have your students identify the objects in the images and if they struggle, help them check for the /ch/ digraph. This digraph forms a new sound when two or more consonants are combined, so it can be helpful to point it out to them in the colourful printout.
Cha, Cha, Cha: Find the /Ch/ Sound 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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Finding the Sounds Worksheet
Finding the Sounds Worksheet

Finding the Sounds Worksheet

This free colorful worksheet assists children in learning words and breaking them down into sounds. It boosts auditory discrimination, phonological awareness and fine motor skills. Picture clues help them read confidently, and they can check the appropriate boxes to practice their reading skills.
Finding the Sounds Worksheet
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Letter-sound recognition is a pivotal skill for children aged 7-9, as it forms the cornerstone of successful reading development. During this period, children transition from learning to read to reading to learn; hence, mastering letter-sound relationships is crucial. This skill enables children to decode words, making reading smoother and more comprehensible. Early proficiency in letter-sound recognition fosters confidence and enthusiasm for reading, setting the stage for future academic success.

When parents and teachers prioritize this developmental milestone, they are actively supporting the child's literacy journey. Strong letter-sound recognition skills help children understand phonics, which is essential for spelling and reading complex words. This understanding aids in better comprehension and vocabulary expansion, both necessary for all subject areas.

Ignoring or neglecting the importance of this skill can lead to reading difficulties, lower self-esteem, and academic struggles. Therefore, early intervention and consistent support from adults are vital. Engaging in activities like reading aloud, phonics games, and alphabet exercises can make learning both fun and effective. By valuing and fostering letter-sound recognition, parents and teachers ensure children build a robust foundation in literacy, preparing them for lifelong learning.