Reading Articles
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What is Phonics, and How Do I Teach It? A Guide for Parents
Read More →: What is Phonics, and How Do I Teach It? A Guide for ParentsThis guide from ABCmouse was written using insights from our educational experts to help parents and caregivers understand what phonics is, the important role it has when teaching children to read and best approaches for teaching.
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What Are CVC Words?
Read More →: What Are CVC Words?Discover the importance of CVC words in early reading skills! Explore examples, teaching tips, and engaging free activities to help children decode simple consonant-vowel-consonant patterns, laying a strong foundation for literacy success. Perfect for parents and educators!
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Short U Words List
Read More →: Short U Words ListDiscover free printable short ‘U’ word lists, including CVC words, sight words, and blends, to help kids master the short ‘U’ sound. Explore engaging activities like Bingo and treasure hunts to make phonics practice fun and interactive. Download your printable PDFs today!
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Phonics Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten
Read More →: Phonics Activities for Preschool and KindergartenExplore over 50 fun, effective phonics activities for PreK and Kindergarten! This collection features active games, online tools, printable worksheets, and hands-on ideas designed to build foundational reading skills. Boost engagement while nurturing early literacy with interactive phonics exercises tailored for young learners.
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Prefix Word List
Read More →: Prefix Word ListHelp kids understand prefixes with this simple guide! Learn the basics of prefixes, their meanings, and why they’re important for young readers. Includes printable lists, fun learning activities, and teaching tips to make vocabulary building easy and engaging.
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Four Letter Words
Read More →: Four Letter WordsHelp your child build vocabulary and reading skills with this list of common four-letter words. Includes sight words, definitions, sentences, and fun learning activities. Download the free printable to boost word recognition for preschoolers and kindergarteners.
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Three Letter Words
Read More →: Three Letter WordsBoost your child’s reading and spelling skills with this list of three-letter words, including common words and sight words. Download our free printable list, explore definitions with sentences, and try fun word activities designed for preschoolers and kindergarteners.
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Shared Reading
Read More →: Shared ReadingBoost your child’s literacy skills with shared reading. Learn how this interactive approach enhances vocabulary, comprehension, and print awareness. Explore four easy steps to turn story time into a collaborative learning experience that builds confidence and a love of reading.
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Simple View of Reading
Read More →: Simple View of ReadingDiscover the Simple View of Reading, a proven model highlighting the importance of both decoding and language comprehension in achieving strong reading skills. Learn how to support young readers at home, including those with reading challenges, through practical tips and strategies.
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How to Teach Consonants Letters and Sounds
Read More →: How to Teach Consonants Letters and SoundsHelp your child grasp the concept of consonants with simple tips and engaging activities. Learn about consonant sounds, voiced vs. unvoiced consonants, and the tricky letter “Y.”
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Vocabulary Activities for Kindergarten & Preschool
Read More →: Vocabulary Activities for Kindergarten & PreschoolBoost your child’s language skills with fun, hands-on vocabulary activities tailored for preschoolers and kindergarteners. From simple reading games to creative storytelling and active outdoor learning, these engaging ideas help expand your child’s word bank and improve their ability to express themselves.
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Word Families
Read More →: Word FamiliesLearn about word families, how they help children recognize patterns in words, and enhance reading and spelling skills. Download free printable word family lists, and explore engaging activities like Word Family Houses and Gardens to make learning fun and interactive.
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One Syllable Words
Read More →: One Syllable WordsBoost early literacy skills with this free printable list of one-syllable words, perfect for helping young children practice pronunciation and reading. Organized alphabetically, this resource includes simple words to support foundational language development, with bonus worksheets for further practice.
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Reading Comprehension Strategies
Read More →: Reading Comprehension StrategiesDiscover 27 engaging strategies and activities to improve young learners’ reading comprehension skills. From story elements and nonfiction strategies to making connections, these methods foster critical thinking, metacognition, and fluency. Plus, explore ABCmouse programs designed to boost literacy through interactive lessons.
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Vowel Activities for Kids
Read More →: Vowel Activities for KidsEngage kids in learning vowel sounds with 18 fun activities and games! From sorting vowel sounds to treasure hunts, these hands-on activities will help children practice long and short vowel sounds in an enjoyable way.
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Three Syllable Words
Read More →: Three Syllable WordsHelp first and second graders improve vocabulary with this printable list of three-syllable words! Organized alphabetically, it includes words to practice breaking apart syllables. Also, explore free syllable worksheets for hands-on learning. Perfect for developing spelling and reading skills.
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Two Syllable Words
Read More →: Two Syllable WordsBoost your child’s vocabulary and spelling skills with this free, printable list of two-syllable words. Organized alphabetically, it’s designed for easy reading practice. Encourage kids to break down words by syllables for better understanding.
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CVC Word Lists
Read More →: CVC Word ListsExplore our free printable CVC word lists for kindergarten, featuring short vowel sounds, word families, high-frequency words, and seasonal vocabulary. Designed to enhance phonemic awareness and reading skills, these resources are perfect for early literacy practice and building word recognition in young learners.
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Reading Strategies for Kindergarten Literacy Skills
Read More →: Reading Strategies for Kindergarten Literacy SkillsHelp your kindergartner become a confident reader with these 10 effective reading strategies. From mastering letter recognition and phonics to using context clues and retelling stories, these tips and activities will support literacy growth. Incorporate daily reading, fun games, and a variety of books to foster a love of reading.
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Color by Letter Worksheets
Read More →: Color by Letter WorksheetsEngage your preschooler or kindergartener in letter recognition with our free printable color-by-letter worksheets. These fun activities help children match colors to letters, revealing hidden pictures while reinforcing both uppercase and lowercase letter skills. Perfect for early reading practice at home or in the classroom.
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What is Decoding in Reading?
Read More →: What is Decoding in Reading?Discover how decoding is key to developing literacy skills in young readers. Learn the definition, importance, and tools for decoding, along with practical tips for teaching your child to sound out words. Understand the difference between decodable and sight words to help your child become a confident reader.
Unlock the joy of reading for your child with ABCmouse. We offer parent-friendly guides and fun activities crafted by experts to help little ones move from sounding out letters to devouring whole books. Whether you’re trying to strengthen phonics skills or grow your child’s vocabulary, our resources provide practical, engaging ways to support your child’s reading development. Start exploring today and make reading an adventure your family will cherish forever!