1st Grade Balanced Literacy Worksheets (by date, oldest first)

Are you looking for a fun and educational way to kick off the new school year while helping children master the alphabet? Our "Back to School Alphabet Book" is the perfect resource to engage young learners with a comprehensive set of A-Z worksheets. This alphabet book is designed to make learning letters enjoyable and interactive, setting the foundation for reading and writing skills.

Our Back to School Alphabet Book includes:

• A-Z Worksheets: Each letter of the alphabet has its own dedicated worksheet, packed with activities and exercises.
• Letter Recognition: Fun activities to help children recognize and identify each letter of the alphabet.
• Writing Practice: Guided writing exercises to help kids practice writing both uppercase and lowercase letters.
• Phonics and Vocabulary: Introduce phonics and build vocabulary with words and pictures associated with each letter.
• Creative Activities: Engaging coloring and drawing activities that make learning letters fun and memorable.

This resource is ideal for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers who want to provide a strong foundation in alphabet learning. It’s perfect for classroom lessons, homeschooling projects, or extra practice at home.

Start the school year right with our Back to School Alphabet Book. Download today to make learning the alphabet a fun and educational adventure for your child!

IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Early Learning Activities to Develop Literacy and Numeracy Skills." Through this resource, parents and caregivers will gain practical insights into simple and engaging activities that support their child's early literacy and numeracy development. These activities are designed to be fun, hands-on, and easily integrated into daily routines, helping young learners grow in their understanding of essential literacy and numeracy concepts.

8 Worksheets which explores the foundational early learning concepts of identifying the alphabet letters, associated sounds and identifying beginning sounds for the visual pictures.

WORKBOOKS – Just print!

Behaviour and Feelings Workbook

Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook

Emotions & Self Care Workbook

My Anger Management Workbook

SOCIAL SKILLS, PUBERTY, PROTECTIVE BEHAVIOURS, RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY

Puberty Lesson and Activity Book

Appropriate V's Appropriate Things to Say

Learning about Bodies and Puberty Workbook

Protective Behaviours, Relationships and Puberty Special Game

Stranger Danger Education

Road Safety Social Story

Fire Safety Social Story

Safety In The Community Activity and Educative Book

AUTISM, SOCIAL STORIES & ACTIVITIES

How My Engine Runs Social Story

Teaching Children about Personal Space

Noises Hurt My Ears - Social Story - Sensory Defensiveness

When a loved one dies - grief and loss social story

Understanding Divorce Social Story

Being Nice and Making Friends Social Story

Doing a Poo on the Toilet Social Story

SPECIFIC TEACHING AND COUNSELLING RESOURCES

Supporting Students to Gain Insight through Reflection

Supervision and Reflective Practice Templates

Increasing a Child's Attention Span

Behavioural Strategies for Fostering Self Esteem

Anxious Children - Behavioural Strategies

Children with Attachment and Abandonment Issues: Behavioural Strategies

Recognising Defences in Children

ANGER MANAGEMENT

Anger Management Plan

Anger Management Activity Worksheets

Anger Management Traffic Lights Activity

My Anger Management Workbook

BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT AND BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT PLANS

Managing Aggressive Behaviours and Outbursts

Understanding Behavioural Triggers

Behaviour Reward Chart - Girls (editable)

Behaviour Reward Chart - Boys (editable)

Behaviour Thermometer - Incident Prevention and Response Plan (editable)

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4 Worksheets which explores the foundational early learning concepts of identifying the correct spelled work that goes with the visual shown.

There are only two options of spelling for each visual so it makes the task easier for little learners.

WORKBOOKS – Just print!

Behaviour and Feelings Workbook

Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook

Emotions & Self Care Workbook

My Anger Management Workbook

SOCIAL SKILLS, PUBERTY, PROTECTIVE BEHAVIOURS, RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY

Puberty Lesson and Activity Book

Appropriate V's Appropriate Things to Say

Learning about Bodies and Puberty Workbook

Protective Behaviours, Relationships and Puberty Special Game

Stranger Danger Education

Road Safety Social Story

Fire Safety Social Story

Safety In The Community Activity and Educative Book

AUTISM, SOCIAL STORIES & ACTIVITIES

How My Engine Runs Social Story

Teaching Children about Personal Space

Noises Hurt My Ears - Social Story - Sensory Defensiveness

When a loved one dies - grief and loss social story

Understanding Divorce Social Story

Being Nice and Making Friends Social Story

Doing a Poo on the Toilet Social Story

SPECIFIC TEACHING AND COUNSELLING RESOURCES

Supporting Students to Gain Insight through Reflection

Supervision and Reflective Practice Templates

Increasing a Child's Attention Span

Behavioural Strategies for Fostering Self Esteem

Anxious Children - Behavioural Strategies

Children with Attachment and Abandonment Issues: Behavioural Strategies

Recognising Defences in Children

ANGER MANAGEMENT

Anger Management Plan

Anger Management Activity Worksheets

Anger Management Traffic Lights Activity

My Anger Management Workbook

BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT AND BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT PLANS

Managing Aggressive Behaviours and Outbursts

Understanding Behavioural Triggers

Behaviour Reward Chart - Girls (editable)

Behaviour Reward Chart - Boys (editable)

Behaviour Thermometer - Incident Prevention and Response Plan (editable)

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Verb Sentence Writing Worksheet, specially crafted for young learners! This unique worksheet offers engaging activities where children can trace and write sentences using 135 different verbs. Perfect for enhancing writing skills, each page combines learning with fun, making it an ideal tool for both home and classroom use. Watch as your child learns to write confidently while expanding their vocabulary with our interactive 135 Verb Sentence Writing Worksheet!"

What's included:

1. 134 pages of sentence writing worksheet. (refer to thumbnail for full verb list)

TeachShare-H6 135 verb sentence Writing Worksheet

Are you looking for Alphabets and letter worksheet for your morning work? These ready-to-print worksheets are ideal for a seamless literacy center experience, an effective intervention tool, or a captivating independent activity for those who finish early.

Engage in a swift and effortless journey through letter recognition and formation with our hassle-free Letter Dot Painting Worksheets.

Through this entertaining dabber activity, children not only enhance their letter recognition but also refine fine motor skills, strengthen pencil control, and delve into various other essential abilities.

What's Inside:

• 26 Capital Letter Dot Painting Worksheets
• An option to use Easel by TeachShare as digital tools

TeachShare BBB2-dot the letter

Get ready for some letter-learning fun with our new worksheet! Each page is packed with three engaging activities to help students master their letters.

In the first section, students can unleash their creativity as they color in adorable pictures that represent words starting with the featured letter.

Next up, it's time to grab some Q-tips and paint! In the second section, students will have a blast dipping their Q-tips or paintbrushes into paint (or using markers if preferred) to fill in the circles. It's a hands-on way to reinforce letter recognition and fine motor skills.

Finally, in the third section, students can practice writing the letter themselves. With dashed lines guiding their strokes, they'll gain confidence and proficiency in forming each letter correctly.

What's included:

26 alphabets worksheet ( small letter a to z) in pdf

TeachShare BBB3-26 small letters

"Get ready for an exciting learning adventure with our Verb Worksheet! Packed with 135 action words and corresponding pictures, this worksheet is perfect for young learners to practice their verbs.

Each action word is accompanied by a clear image, allowing students to easily identify the verb. With engaging visuals and a variety of verbs to choose from, students will have fun while improving their language skills. Simply select the right verb and write the answer below the corresponding picture.

It's a great way to reinforce vocabulary and boost language development in a fun and interactive way!"

What's included:

1. 15 pages of verb worksheets in pdf. (included 135 verbs-refer to thumbnails for full verb list)

- An option to use Easel by TeachShare as digital tool.

2. 5 pages reading race sheet. (refer to thumbnail for sample sheet)

->>> HOW TO PLAY HOW TO PLAY

Your students will play this game with a partner.

They will take turns being the reader and the recorder.

The first student will read as many words as possible in 30 seconds (you can choose to increase the time).

The other student keeps track of how many words were read in the allotted
time and records the number. The students will continue to take turns to
improve their reading fluency and accuracy.

TeachShare H1-verb

Are you looking for Alphabets and letter worksheet for your morning work? These ready-to-print worksheets are ideal for a seamless literacy center experience, an effective intervention tool, or a captivating independent activity for those who finish early.

Engage in a swift and effortless journey through letter recognition and formation with our hassle-free Letter Dot Painting Worksheets.

Through this entertaining dabber activity, children not only enhance their letter recognition but also refine fine motor skills, strengthen pencil control, and delve into various other essential abilities.

What's Inside:

• 26 lowercase Letter Dot Painting Worksheets

An option to use Easel by TeachShare as digital tool

TeachShare BBB2-dot the letter -lowercase

Make learning exciting and interactive with our Cut & Paste Word Matching Worksheets! Designed for young learners, these worksheets are perfect for practicing vocabulary and improving visual recognition skills.

Each worksheet features a variety of colorful images alongside corresponding words. Children will enjoy the hands-on experience of cutting out the words and pasting them next to the correct images. This activity not only enhances their understanding of words and their meanings but also develops fine motor skills.

Ideal for classrooms, homeschooling, or fun learning at home, our Cut & Paste Worksheets provide a stimulating way to reinforce language skills in an enjoyable format. Watch as children eagerly engage in matching words to images and gain confidence in their reading abilities.

Key Features:

• Colorful images and clear, easy-to-read words
• Promotes vocabulary development and visual recognition
• Encourages fine motor skills through cutting and pasting activities
• Suitable for early learners and elementary students alike

Bring the joy of learning to life with our Cut & Paste Word Matching Worksheets! Perfect for sparking curiosity and fostering a love for learning words and their meanings.

What's included:

1. 17 pages of verb worksheets in pdf. (included 134 verbs-refer to thumbnails for full verb list)

TeachShare H5-verb cut & paste

Introducing our Action Verbs Picture Cards – a straightforward tool to evaluate your students' language abilities.

Ideal for educators working with deaf or hard of hearing students, speech therapists, special education teachers, and preschool instructors. These versatile cards offer various teaching opportunities: from practicing pronouns and describing actions to building complete sentences and acting out activities!

They're particularly beneficial for supporting students with significant needs, making them valuable resources for both special education classrooms and inclusive settings in general education."

What's included:

- 17 pages of verb flash card in pdf. (included 135 verbs-refer to thumbnails for full verb list)

- 5 pages reading race in pdf (refer to thumbnail for sample sheet)

>>>> HOW TO PLAY HOW TO PLAY

Your students will play this game with a partner.

They will take turns being the reader and the recorder.

The first student will read as many words as possible in 30 seconds (you can choose to increase the time).
The other student keeps track of how many words were read in the allotted time and records the number.

The students will continue to take turns to improve their reading fluency and accuracy.

TeachShare H2- verb flash card

Featuring 135 colorful pictures, each verb is accompanied by a simple sentence, making learning fun and effective. Children are encouraged to identify and choose the appropriate verb based on the vibrant images provided. This worksheet is perfect for young learners, helping them to enhance their vocabulary and understanding of verbs in an enjoyable way.

The colorful pictures keep kids interested, and the variety of verbs ensures comprehensive learning. Whether you're a parent or a teacher, this worksheet is an excellent tool for reinforcing grammar skills. Great for both classroom and home use, it supports the development of language and cognitive skills. Boost your child’s learning experience with our Verb Worksheet and watch their confidence with language grow!

What's included:

- 27 pages pdf featuring 135 verbs. (ref to thumbnail for complete verb list)

- An option to use Easel by TeachShare as digital tool

TeachShare H3_Action Verbs sentences with picture

Great for building Kindergarten and first grade literacy through Cut & Paste hands on activity. CVC Words Building activity is a quick, No prep activity to help students read, build CVC words. Great for rhyming words and word families too!

Word Families included: ab, ad, ag, am, an, ap, at, eb, ed, eg, en, es, et, ib, id, ig, in, im, ip, it, ob, od, og, op, ot, ox, ub, ud, ug, un, ut

Total:129 CvC words (refer to thumbnail for 129 words list)

Each page has 1 CVC word with picture. Print them out and cut out the alphabets. build the word of the picture.

Extension activity idea:

Once the students build the words. they can cut out the pictures and match the correct words to picture and color them.

What is included:

1. 129 pages of CVC words + 1 cover page (130 pages in PDF)

2. An option to use EASEL in TeachShare as digital tool. Student is required to draw line to build the word.

TeachShare D1- CVC words

Introducing an engaging and comprehensive set of CVC Worksheets designed to enhance your students' phonics skills! Our CVC Worksheets are carefully crafted to cover three essential aspects: blending to read, learning to write CVC words, and coloring the correct picture associated with each word. Elevate your phonics curriculum with this resource that effectively reinforces key concepts.

**Key Features:**

1. **CVC Blending Mastery:** These worksheets focus on CVC blending, providing students with targeted practice in recognizing and pronouncing CVC words. The clear and concise design encourages effective blending for improved reading skills.

2. **CVC Word Writing Practice:** The second section guides students through the process of writing CVC words. Each worksheet provides ample space for students to practice and mastering the spelling of CVC words.

3. **Visual Reinforcement:** The third section enhances comprehension by incorporating a coloring activity. Students identify and color the correct picture associated with each CVC word, reinforcing their understanding of the relationship between letters and sounds.

**Product Details:**

What's included:

- 28 pages pdf file. Covered 129 cvc words (refer to thumbnails for CVC word list)

- An option to use EASEL by TeachShare as a digital tool.

- **Segmenting and Blending:** Our worksheets specifically target segmenting and blending skills, aligning with best practices in phonics instruction.

- **Comprehensive CVC Word List:** Covering a wide range of CVC words, this resource ensures thorough exposure to the foundational building blocks of reading.

Elevate your phonics curriculum with our CVC Worksheets, designed to make learning fun and effective. Help your students become confident readers and writers with this comprehensive resource. Download our CVC Worksheets today and witness the transformative impact on your students' phonics proficiency!

TeachShare D2-CVC worksheet

Engage young learners with our interactive alphabet tracing worksheet pack! Designed to enhance letter recognition and fine motor skills, each worksheet focuses on one capital letter, providing a fun and educational activity for preschoolers and kindergarteners.

With 26 worksheets covering the entire alphabet, students will practice tracing words starting with each letter, reinforcing vocabulary while honing handwriting skills. From "A" for apple to "Z" for zeppelin, each worksheet features engaging illustrations that correspond to the traced word, making learning enjoyable and memorable.

Additionally, our worksheets include coloring activities, allowing students to bring each word to life with vibrant colors. After tracing and coloring, children will love using the included round stickers to form the shape of the featured capital letter, reinforcing letter formation in a hands-on way.

What's included:

26 alphabets worksheet ( capital letter A to Z) in pdf

TeachShare BBB1-26 capital letters

Handwriting is an important skill that students need to master. Give your students a chance to develop and perfect their handwriting skills with this handwriting booklet.

Student would be able to learn to write 56 words as below.

1. Fruits

apple, orange, banana, pineapple, mango, grape, lemon

2. Color

blue, purple, orange, red, green, yellow, black

3. Weather

cloudy, rainy, windy, snowy, stormy, hot

4. Feeling

happy, sad, angry, nervous, calm, sick, excited

5. Vehicle

car, bus, airplane, train, ship truck, motorcycle

6. Flavor

salty, sweet, bitter, spicy, savory, tangy, sour

7. Vegetable

Corn, carrot, eggplant, spinach, broccoli, tomato, pumpkin

8. Days of week

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

What's included:

1. 56 pages in PDF. A word per page.

2. An option to use EASEL by TeachShare as digital tool.

TeachShare-C2

The related sentence writing pack:

Tracing sentences with picture-feeling, flavor, vegetable, color, days of week

Enhance your students' phonics skills with our comprehensive CVC worksheet, designed for effortless implementation and maximum engagement. Divided into four interactive sections, this resource covers every aspect of CVC word mastery.

What is included:

1. 34 pages of PDF file (contains 129 cvc words. Refer to thumbnail for complete word list.

2. An option to use EASEL by TeachShare as digital tool.

1. CVC Picture Identification: Students begin by identifying CVC words through vibrant pictures, laying the foundation for word recognition and comprehension.
2. Encode CVC Words: Next, students encode what they hear as the teacher reads out the word associated with each picture. This auditory exercise strengthens phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
3. Write the Encoded Word: Armed with auditory cues, students write down the encoded CVC word, reinforcing spelling and handwriting proficiency.
4. Self-Checking Mechanism: Finally, students unveil the covered CVC word to self-check their answers. This instant feedback fosters independent learning and boosts confidence.

Easy Preparation: Simply cut apart the CVC word list, and optionally laminate for durability. Use a paperclip or peg to cover the answer, making preparation a breeze for teachers.

With a comprehensive collection of 129 CVC words accompanied by engaging pictures, this worksheet offers a wealth of opportunities for phonics practice and reinforcement. Empower your students to become confident readers and writers with this versatile resource.

TeachShare D4-CVC read encode write and reveal

Alphabet uppercase & lowercase search and find worksheet is a no-preparation resource that students search for the assigned letter, both lowercase and uppercase. Students learn to trace letters with letter formation.

This worksheet is perfect for young learners who are just starting to explore the world of uppercase and lowercase alphabet letters.

what is included in this package:

- 26 pages of uppercase & lowercase letters in pdf

- 1 cover page

- An option to use EASEL by TeachShare as digital tool.

With our Alphabet Letters Search and Find Worksheet, students can sharpen their letter recognition skills while having a blast. They will embark on an exciting letter detective mission as they search for hidden uppercase and lowercase letters throughout the worksheet. This interactive activity will keep them engaged and motivated to complete the task.

Top up extra $0.80 to purchase the bundle to get extra 52 pages alphabet recognition worksheet.

26 Alphabet letter recognition Tracing Search and find uppercase lowercase I spy

TeachShare BB2-Alphabet search and find

This simple sentence handwriting tracing printable allows them to practice reading, handwriting, sentence structures, punctuation.

What's included?

An option to use EASEL by TeachShare as digital tool.

1. Fruits writing sentences (1 pg pdf)

apple, orange, banana, pineapple, mango, grape, lemon

2. Color writing sentences (1 pg pdf)

blue, purple, orange, red, green, yellow, black

3. Weather writing sentence (1 pg pdf)

cloudy, rainy, windy, snowy, stormy, hot

4. Feeling writing sentence (1 pg pdf)

happy, sad, angry, nervous, calm, sick, excited

5. vehicle writing sentence (1 pg pdf)

car, bus, airplane, train, ship truck, motorcycle

6. Flavor writing sentence (1 pg pdf)

salty, sweet, bitter, spicy, savory, tangy, sour

7. Vegetable writing sentence (1 pg pdf)

Corn, carrot, eggplant, spinach, broccoli, tomato, pumpkin

8. Days of week writing sentence (1 pg pdf)

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

The related keyword writing pack:

Word tracing practice with letter formation handwriting practice worksheet

You may purchase the bundle here:

Handwriting Skills Bundle: Worksheets for Fruits, Colors, Weather, and More

TeachShare C1-writing sentences

Engage your students with our comprehensive Animal Classification and Counting Worksheet, designed to foster critical thinking and fine motor skills.

This 8-page resource is divided into three engaging sections: Read and Match, Sorting Activity, and How Many Legs.

In the Read and Match section, students cut and paste adorable animal illustrations into the correct boxes, reinforcing literacy skills while learning about different animals.

Next, the Sorting Activity challenges students to categorize animals based on the number of legs they have, promoting cognitive development and understanding of animal characteristics.

Finally, in the How Many Legs section, students unleash their creativity by drawing missing legs for various animals, encouraging imagination and problem-solving.

With a blend of interactive activities, colorful illustrations, and hands-on learning, this worksheet bundle is perfect for reinforcing animal classification and counting concepts in the classroom or at home.

What's included:

Read and match

Farm animals’ edition (cut and paste) – 2 pages

horse, duck, hen, sheep, goose, cow, rabbit, pig, llama, fowl, turkey, rooster, buffalo, donkey, dove, goat.

Sorting activity (2 legs and four legs)

-> Farm animals edition (cut and paste) 1 page – hen, horse, duck, buffalo, sheep, cow, rooster, goose, pig, dove.

-> Farm or wild animals - 1 page

Tiger, rhinoceros, goat, pig, bear, rooster, sheep, elephant, kangaroo, cow

How many legs ? 4 pages

Hen, horse, cow, rooster, goose, duck, buffalo, llama, pig, dove, camel, turkey,

Donkey, bear, tiger, elephant, sheep, kangaroo, lion, rhinoceros, zebra, monkey,

Ostrich, leopard

TeachShare F1- animal classification

Alphabet Uppercase and Lowercase Letter Writing Printable resource, designed to foster strong foundational skills in letter formation for young learners.

Aligned with early literacy standards, this resource covers the entire alphabet, providing ample opportunities for children to practice each letter individually. From A to Z, children will develop fluency in writing both uppercase and lowercase letters, laying a solid groundwork for future reading and writing success.

This printable pack is perfect for educators and parents seeking an engaging tool to help children master both uppercase and lowercase letters.

Ideal for use in classrooms, homeschool settings, or as supplemental practice at home, this Alphabet Uppercase and Lowercase Letter Writing Printable is a versatile and effective resource for fostering literacy development in young learners.

What's included:

1- 26 pages of A to Z uppercase and lowercase tracing worksheet.

2. An option to use EASEL by TeachShare as digital tool.

Click here for bundle

26 alphabets Tracing cards & letter Tracing uppercase lowercase worksheet bundle

TeachShare BB3- Alphabet handwriting