Why do pairs like cap and cape help?

Only the silent e changes, so children can see how the vowel sound changes from short to long. The word check page has several of these pairs mixed in with single words.

My child says every vowel is long. What helps?

Say the word, then say the vowel name on its own, and ask if they match. In kite you hear the name of i, but in kit you do not. Work through one vowel page at a time before the mixed review.

Is there an answer key for each worksheet?

Yes. All eight long and short vowels sheets have an answer key, including both pages of the review.

How many 1st Grade long and short vowels worksheets are there?

13 printable worksheets, all free to preview. Downloads are included with a ClassWeekly free trial, and every page prints on standard 8.5 x 11 paper.

What age are long and short vowels worksheets for?

These are written for 1st Grade students, roughly ages 6-7. Many teachers also use them a grade up for review or a grade down as an extension, so use the preview to judge the fit for a particular child.

Are these long and short vowels worksheets aligned to Common Core?

Yes. Each one shows the Common Core code it covers on its own page, so you can check the alignment yourself rather than taking our word for it.

Can I use these long and short vowels worksheets for homeschool?

Yes. Nothing here assumes a classroom of 25, so they work the same one-to-one at the kitchen table as they do in a 1st Grade classroom, a learning center, or a tutoring session.

1st Grade Long and Short Vowels Worksheets

Ages 6-7 · Free previews · Print-ready PDFs

Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher

GradeGrades 2 & 1

TopicVowels

Long or Short Vowel Word Check

Grade1st Grade

TopicVowels

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Frequently Asked Questions

A long vowel says its own name, like the a in cake or the i in kite. A short vowel makes a quick sound, like the a in cat or the i in kit. Telling the two apart by ear is part of RF.1.2.A.

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