We are continuing our long vowel and short vowel sound series, and today is all about long e words! Download and print our long “e” word worksheets to help children distinguish between long e words and short e words, in a fun and interactive way.
Free Printable Long “E” Words Worksheets
Each vowel can make two different sounds: a short vowel sound and a long vowel sound. Learning the different vowel sounds is a vital skill for children!
Short “e” Sound
The short “e” sound is typically found in words where the letter “e” is in a syllable that ends with a consonant. It sounds as in the word “bed.” Here are a few examples:
Long “e” Sound
The long “e” sound is pronounced the same as the name of the letter “e.” It often appears in words where the letter “e” is followed by a silent “e” at the end, or in certain vowel combinations like “ee” or “ea.” Here are some examples:
These worksheets are a fantastic resource for children because they make learning about the E vowel sounds fun. By identifying long “e” words, kids can improve their phonemic awareness, which is a crucial skill for reading and spelling. Plus, the images are black and white, which kids can color after completing the activity. So, print out these worksheets and let’s start!
Long “E” Words Worksheets
Our first long e words worksheet has words that correspond either to a short e sound or a long e sound. Ask kids to tick or circle the short e words, and color the cute drawings once they’re done! Grab your crayons or coloring pencils!
Long “E” Words Printable
Our second long “e” words worksheet includes other words that may include a short e sound or a long e sound. Can you identify all of them? Take a look at our explanation above and sound them out if you need some help!
Download & Print Long E Words worksheets pdf file here
This long “e” words printable set is sized for standard letter printer paper dimensions – 8.5 x 11 inches.
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Did you have fun recognizing the long e words in our long e words worksheet set?