Enhance your second grader’s reading abilities with our engaging Phonics Skills Normal Grade 2 Worksheets! Designed to support young learners, these worksheets focus on building essential phonics skills, including letter recognition, sound blending, and word formation. Each worksheet features fun activities that encourage phonemic awareness while making learning enjoyable. With colorful illustrations and varied exercises, your child will gain confidence in decoding words and developing a love for reading. Access our printable resources today to provide your child with the foundational skills necessary for academic success in reading and writing. Join us in fostering a love of literacy through interactive learning!


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Distinguish Between Words with Long O and Short O

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Vowel team ee Worksheet
Vowel team ee Worksheet

Vowel team ee Worksheet

Revised: Kids will have a blast steering cars with the -ee digraph towards Street Three! This fast-paced worksheet reinforces that -ee makes the long -e sound while boosting fine motor skills. Kids will love the bright colors and stay engaged with this fun printable. Get ready for hours of off-road excitement!
Vowel team ee Worksheet
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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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Worksheet: words that start with "ch"
Worksheet: words that start with "ch"

Words That Start with "ch" Spelling Worksheet

With Kids Academy, learning phonics and spelling has never been easier. Kids Academy's "ch" tracing worksheet makes it easy for your little one to learn phonics and spelling. It features cute, brightly colored images to help them trace familiar words, making learning fun and enjoyable.
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Reading: OA or OW Worksheet
Reading: OA or OW Worksheet

Reading: OA or OW Worksheet

This printable worksheet helps young and emergent readers with decoding words and understanding digraphs (two letters with one sound). It requires students to complete the spelling for each word based on the picture, focusing on /oa/ and /ow/ spellings. It's ideal for a reading classroom and for spelling practice.
Reading: OA or OW Worksheet
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Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet
Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet

Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet

Reading and decoding words can be complex for learners when they start studying digraphs, two letters that make one sound. This worksheet focuses on the long O sound, /oa/ and /ow/. With the understanding of digraphs, students can decode more words and build their reading confidence.
Reading: Long O Digraphs Worksheet
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Reading: OW and OU Words Worksheet
Reading: OW and OU Words Worksheet

Reading: OW and OU Words Worksheet

Help your kids learn phonetics! Explain the different sounds and long/short variations. Emphasize that some vowel sounds are the same, e.g. ou = ow in cow. For practice, have them read aloud the words in the worksheet and check the box next to the spelling that matches the picture.
Reading: OW and OU Words 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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Reading: Break Them Apart Worksheet
Reading: Break Them Apart Worksheet

Reading: Break Them Apart Worksheet

See if students understand syllables with this fun worksheet. It teaches them that a syllable is a word part with a vowel sound. Kids read each word and choose how many parts it has. Doing this often helps them decode new words and gain confidence.
Reading: Break Them Apart 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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Two Sounds for OO Worksheet
Two Sounds for OO Worksheet

Two Sounds for OO Worksheet

This worksheet helps kids learn the different sounds of the -oo digraph. They match words based on whether they sound like moon or book, plus practice fine motor skills tracing lines. Fun and educational!
Two Sounds for OO Worksheet
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Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet
Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet

Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet

This worksheet helps kids recognize that /au/ and /aw/ can make the same sound. Students read sentences and pick the correct word with one of the digraphs. Understanding digraphs improves decoding and reading fluency. Perfect for reading and phonics classes.
Reading: AW and AU Words Worksheet
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Long I Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet
Long I Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

Long I Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

This worksheet provides practice with letter combinations that make the long "i" sound while enhancing creativity and motor skills with a fun coloring activity. Unknowingly, new readers learn key phonics skills while having fun!
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Long I Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet
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Reading: AW Words Worksheet
Reading: AW Words Worksheet

Reading: AW Words Worksheet

Practice decoding the /aw/ digraph with this printable. Students read sentences and select the word with the correct spelling to complete each one. Note, /aw/ is sometimes spelled /au/, so this worksheet helps prevent confusion. Have fun, and practice hard!
Reading: AW Words Worksheet
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Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet
Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet

Reading: Vowel Team EE Worksheet

This worksheet is perfect for helping young learners master the /ee/ vowel team. It shows the first vowel with a long sound and the second vowel silent. It also provides pictures for unfamiliar words for readers of all levels. It's an ideal resource for teaching phonics skills.
Reading: Vowel Team EE 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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Long and Short E Worksheet
Long and Short E Worksheet

Long and Short E Worksheet

This fun printout makes learning phonics enjoyable for Grade 3 students. Get them to read the words “tree” and “bed” to recognize the different sounds of the letter “E”. After hearing the words they can color the words and the pictures to understand differences between long and short vowels.
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Long and Short E Worksheet
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Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet
Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

Long O Vowel Team Coloring Worksheet

Divide your class into teams and have them work together to identify and pronounce the long O sound in words like "boat" and "flow". As they read aloud, have the rest of the class listen attentively. Then let teams color in the words and matching pictures, reinforcing the lesson. This simple printout is perfect for phonics lessons and a fun way to energize your class.
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Phonics skills are crucial for second graders as they form the foundation for reading proficiency and overall literacy development. At this stage, children transition from learning to read to reading to learn, making effective phonics instruction essential. Understanding phonics helps students decode words, improving their ability to read fluently and comprehend text.

Parents and teachers should care about phonics skills because mastery enables children to tackle increasingly complex reading materials and enhances their vocabulary. A strong grasp of phonics also positively affects writing skills, allowing children to spell words accurately and express their thoughts clearly.

Moreover, phonics instruction fosters confidence in young learners. When children can readily recognize and sound out words, they feel empowered to engage with books and participate in discussions, laying the groundwork for lifelong learning. In today’s world, where literacy impacts academic performance and career opportunities, ensuring that children develop strong phonics skills in grade 2 is vital.

Furthermore, early intervention can address any phonics-related challenges before they escalate, promoting equity in education. By prioritizing these skills, parents and teachers can support children’s growth as competent, enthusiastic readers and learners, ultimately contributing to their success in school and beyond.