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Read sight word sentences - Hat
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Sentences
Read sight word sentences - Hat
In this worksheet, students practice recognizing common sight words through a short story. This activity helps build reading confidence and strengthen word recognition skills. Worksheet instructions: Read the story below and circle the sight words.
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Read sight word sentences - Duckling
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Sentences
Read sight word sentences - Duckling
In this worksheet, students practice recognizing common sight words through a simple, engaging story. This worksheet helps build reading confidence and word recognition skills. Worksheet instructions: Read the story below and circle the sight words.
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Illustrating sentences - Dog
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Sentences
Illustrating sentences - Dog
This illustrating sentences worksheet helps children connect written words with their meaning. For example, "The fish can swim." Students draw what they read to deepen understanding. Worksheet instructions: Read each sentence out loud. Then, draw a picture to go with that sentence inside the box.
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Illustrating sentences - Cat
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Sentences
Illustrating sentences - Cat
Illustrating sentences helps children connect written words with meaning. For example, "The fish can swim." Students draw what they read to deepen understanding. Worksheet instructions: Read each sentence out loud. Then, draw a picture to go with that sentence inside the box.
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Short stories (44 words) - Flying a Kite
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Short stories
Short stories (44 words) - Flying a Kite
Flying a Kite is a short story (54 words) for kids about a girl named Mia who goes to a hill with her mom to fly her favorite kite. This short story is followed by comprehension questions. Worksheet instructions: Read the short story, then answer the questions that follow.
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Short stories (34 words) - A Rainy Day
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Short stories
Short stories (34 words) - A Rainy Day
A Rainy Day is a short story (34 words) for kids about a boy named Tom who goes outside on a rainy day. This short story is followed by comprehension questions. Worksheet instructions: Read the short story, then answer the questions that follow.
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Short stories (34 words) - A Trip To The Zoo
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Short stories
Short stories (34 words) - A Trip To The Zoo
A Trip to the Zoo is a short story (34 words) for kids about a girl named Emma who visits the zoo with her dad. They see lions, bears, and playful monkeys. This short story is followed by comprehension questions. Worksheet instructions: Read the short story, then answer the questions that follow.
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Short stories (71 words) - A Walk in the Park
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Short stories
Short stories (71 words) - A Walk in the Park
A Walk in the Park is a short story (71 words) for kids about a girl who takes a walk with her dad and sees different animals in the park, including a bird, a squirrel, a butterfly, ducks, and a turtle. This short story is followed by comprehension questions. Worksheet instructions: Read the short story, then answer the questions that follow.
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Short stories (60 words) - The Lost Puppy
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Short stories
Short stories (60 words) - The Lost Puppy
The Lost Puppy is a short story (60 words) for kids about a boy who finds a small, lost puppy hiding behind a tree. With his mom’s help, he returns the puppy to its owner, who is overjoyed. This short story is followed by comprehension questions. Worksheet instructions: Read the short story, then answer the questions that follow.
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Short story (98 words) - A Day at the Farm
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Short stories
Short story (98 words) - A Day at the Farm
A Day at the Farm is a short story (98 words) for kids about a girl who visits a farm and experiences fun activities like feeding animals, riding a hay wagon, and picking apples. This short story is followed by comprehension questions. Worksheet instructions: Read the short story, then answer the questions that follow.
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Short story (212 words) - The Magic Cardboard Box
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Short stories
Short story (212 words) - The Magic Cardboard Box
The Magic Cardboard Box is a short story (212 words) for kids about a girl, her imagination, and an ordinary box that transforms into exciting adventures. This short story is followed by comprehension questions. Worksheet instructions: Read the short story, then answer the questions that follow.
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Read and complete the sentences - Puppy
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading passages
Read and complete the sentences - Puppy
In this reading worksheet, students read simple texts and complete fill-in-the-blank exercises to boost comprehension, fluency, and confidence. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage. Then, complete sentences that follow. A parent or teacher may read the text to the student and then guide them in finding the correct answers.
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Read and complete the sentences - Train
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading passages
Read and complete the sentences - Train
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students read simple texts and complete fill-in-the-blank exercises to boost comprehension, fluency, and confidence. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage. Then, complete sentences that follow. A parent or teacher may read the text to the student and then guide them in finding the correct answers.
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Read and complete the sentences - Sun
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading passages
Read and complete the sentences - Sun
Enhance early reading skills with this reading comprehension worksheet! Students read simple texts and complete fill-in-the-blank exercises to boost comprehension, fluency, and confidence. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage. Then, complete sentences that follow. A parent or teacher may read the text to the student and then guide them in finding the correct answers.
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Read and complete the sentences - Frog
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading passages
Read and complete the sentences - Frog
Enhance early reading skills with this reading worksheet! Students read simple texts and complete fill-in-the-blank exercises to boost comprehension, fluency, and confidence. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage. Then, complete sentences that follow. A parent or teacher may read the text to the student and then guide them in finding the correct answers.
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Read and complete the sentences - Boat
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading passages
Read and complete the sentences - Boat
Enhance early reading skills with this short passage worksheet! Students read simple texts and complete fill-in-the-blank exercises to boost comprehension, fluency, and confidence. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage. Then, complete sentences that follow. A parent or teacher may read the text to the student and then guide them in finding the correct answers.
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Read and complete the sentences - Baloon
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading passages
Read and complete the sentences - Baloon
Boost early reading skills with this short passage worksheet! Students read simple texts and complete fill-in-the-blank exercises to boost comprehension, fluency, and confidence. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage. Then, complete sentences that follow. A parent or teacher may read the text to the student and then guide them in finding the correct answers.
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Read and draw - Giraffe
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading
Read and draw - Giraffe
In this reading worksheet, kids read a short passage, then draw what the passage describes, improving comprehension and creativity. Perfect for kindergarten and preschool. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage carefully or have someone read it to you. Think about what the words describe. Then, draw a picture that matches what you read.
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Read and draw - Balloon
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading
Read and draw - Balloon
In this reading comprehension worksheet, kids read a short passage, then draw what they imagine, improving comprehension and creativity. Perfect for kindergarten and preschool. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage carefully or have someone read it to you. Think about what the words describe. Then, draw a picture that matches what you read.
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Read and draw - Bus
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading
Read and draw - Bus
In this reading worksheet, kids read a short passage, then draw what they imagine, improving comprehension and creativity. Perfect for kindergarten and preschool. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage carefully or have someone read it to you. Think about what the words describe. Then, draw a picture that matches what you read.
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Read and draw - Snowman
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading
Read and draw - Snowman
Boost early reading skills with this Read and Draw worksheet. Kids read a short passage, then draw what they imagine, improving comprehension and creativity. Perfect for kindergarten and preschool. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage carefully or have someone read it to you. Think about what the words describe. Then, draw a picture that matches what you read.
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Read and draw - Birds
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading
Read and draw - Birds
Boost early reading skills with this fun Read and Draw worksheet! Kids read a short passage, then draw what they imagine, improving comprehension and creativity. Perfect for kindergarten and preschool. Worksheet instructions: Read the passage carefully or have someone read it to you. Think about what the words describe. Then, draw a picture that matches what you read.
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Story Elements: Character, setting & plot
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading Comprehension
Story Elements: Character, setting & plot
This reading comprehension worksheet helps students build critical thinking and reading skills by exploring key story elements, including characters, setting, and problem resolution. This activity guides students through a short story with thought-provoking questions, fostering a deeper understanding of narrative structure. Worksheet instructions: A parent or teacher should read the text to the student and then guide them in finding the correct answers.
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Reading Comprehension - Story elements
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension - Story elements
This reading comprehension worksheet helps students explore story elements like characters, setting, and problem resolution. After reading the short story, students answer questions to build critical thinking and reading skills. This activity encourages a deeper understanding of stories. Worksheet instructions: A parent or teacher should read the text to the student and then guide them in finding the correct answers.
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Scrambled Sentences - Cheese
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Grade
1st Grade
Topic
Sentences
Scrambled Sentences - Cheese
In this worksheet, students need to unscramble the words to create proper sentences. Worksheet instructions: Unscramble the words to make a sentence!
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