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Distinguish between Long U and Short U

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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).
Long /u/ Words Worksheet
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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!
Words Families "ig" and "ick" Spelling Worksheet
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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'.
Is It EE, EA, or AY? Worksheet
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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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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.
The /wh/ Sound Worksheet
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Sight Words Worksheet: Fish
Sight Words Worksheet: Fish

Fish Printable Sight Words Worksheet

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.
Live, Put, Know Printable Sight Words Worksheet
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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.
Reading: OI and OY Worksheet
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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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Reading proficiency in 7-year-olds is crucial because it lays the foundation for future academic success and lifelong learning. At this developmental stage, children transition from learning to read to reading to learn. Proficiency in reading enables them to understand and absorb knowledge across various subjects like math, science, and social studies. Early literacy skills are linked to better outcomes in later schooling, including higher graduation rates and increased opportunities for higher education and employment.

Moreover, strong reading skills foster critical thinking and creativity, enhancing cognitive development. Children who read proficiently are more likely to develop a love for reading, which instills curiosity and imagination. Socially and emotionally, reading proficiency can boost a child's confidence and self-esteem, as they feel more competent and capable. It also helps them better understand and navigate the world around them.

Parents and teachers play a pivotal role in this developmental phase, offering support through engaging reading materials, encouraging reading habits, and providing help and interventions when necessary. Neglecting this can lead to struggles with literacy later in life, perpetuating a cycle of educational and social disadvantage. By prioritizing reading proficiency, parents and teachers help children develop essential skills for a successful and fulfilled life.