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Phonics—Open Syllables Worksheet

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  • RF.1.3.E
  • RF.2.3
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About the Worksheet

This interactive and printable worksheet, open syllables worksheet is designed to help students understand and identify open syllables in words. The worksheet provides a clear explanation of what open syllables are and then presents a list of words for students to divide into syllables and circle the open syllables.

The interactive version of this worksheet can be played online, allowing students to practice identifying open syllables in a digital format. The printable PDF version can be downloaded and printed, enabling students to complete the worksheet by hand.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

Through this worksheet, your child will learn:

  • The definition of an open syllable
  • How to identify open syllables in words
  • How to divide words into syllables
  • The concept of vowels saying their names in open syllables

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive:

  • Students will understand the concept of open syllables.
  • Students will be able to identify open syllables in words.
  • Students will be able to divide words into syllables.

Psychomotor:

  • Students will practice the skill of dividing words into syllables.
  • Students will practice the skill of identifying and circling open syllables.

Affective:

  • Students will develop confidence in their ability to identify open syllables.
  • Students will gain a sense of accomplishment through successfully completing the worksheet.

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Open syllables, syllables, reading skills, phonics, vowels, word study, literacy, language arts, elementary education, worksheet, interactive, printable, PDF.

Common Core Standards Covered

RF.1.3.e
Decode two-syllable words following basic patterns by breaking the words into syllables.
RF.2.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.

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