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Choose the short u or long u word that matches the picture
Free printable Grade 1 English worksheet for "Choose the short u or long u word that matches the picture" — practice short and long vowel patterns (reading foundations). No-prep, print or assign online.
This worksheet helps students practice distinguishing between short u and long u vowel sounds by matching words to pictures. Teachers can use it to reinforce vowel pattern recognition and improve phonics skills in early readers. Ideal for Grade 1 reading foundations, it supports targeted vowel practice and enhances decoding abilities.
Learning objectives
- Identify short u and long u vowel sounds in words
- Match words with the correct vowel sound to corresponding pictures
- Differentiate between short and long vowel patterns in reading
Answer Key

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