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Word Recognition Worksheets for Grade 1 ELA

Hey there! 👋 Getting ready to boost your Grade 1 ELA skills? We're diving into word recognition today. It's like becoming a word detective! 🕵️‍♀️ This worksheet will help you practice recognizing and understanding new words. Let's have some fun!
📖 English Language Arts

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susan.baxter Jan 4, 2026

📚 Topic Summary

Word recognition is a super important skill in Grade 1 ELA. It means being able to quickly and accurately identify words when you see them. This helps you read faster and understand what you're reading. These worksheets help you practice matching words to their meanings, filling in missing words, and thinking about how words are used.

🔤 Part A: Vocabulary

Match the word to its definition:

Word Definition
1. Happy A. A large body of water
2. Ocean B. To move quickly on foot
3. Run C. Feeling pleased or joyful
4. Book D. A set of written pages in a cover
5. Sun E. The star that gives us light and warmth

✍️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks

Read the sentence and fill in the missing word from the word bank: (play, cat, big, red, tree)

The ______ is on the mat.

I like to ______ with my toys.

The ball is ______.

The ______ is tall.

I have a ______ apple.

🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking

Why is it important to be able to recognize words quickly when you are reading?

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