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Read r-controlled stories
Free printable Grade 1 English worksheet for "Read r-controlled stories" — practice decodable texts (reading foundations). No-prep, print or assign online.
This worksheet features decodable stories focused on r-controlled vowel sounds to support early reading skills in Grade 1 students. Teachers can use these engaging texts to reinforce phonics instruction and help students practice blending and decoding r-controlled words. The activities also include comprehension questions to assess understanding and build confidence with foundational reading concepts.
Learning objectives
- Identify and read words containing r-controlled vowels (ar, er, ir, or, ur)
- Decode simple sentences using r-controlled vowel sounds
- Demonstrate comprehension by answering questions about the r-controlled stories
Answer Key

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