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ar Digraph in the Middle of a Word

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Phonics lessons are a critical stepping stone in a child’s literacy journey, and mastering digraphs is an exciting milestone. At Smart Boarding School, we’re thrilled to offer another engaging resource: the "AR Digraph in the Middle of a Word" Worksheet! This free, downloadable worksheet is perfect for grade 1 and grade 2 students working on the "ar" digraph and its distinct hard R sound.

 

Understanding the "ar" Digraph

The "ar" digraph produces the hard R sound in words like "shark", "park", and "barn". Recognizing and practicing this sound helps young readers decode new words and improves their reading fluency.

 

What Does the Worksheet Include?

This worksheet is designed to make phonics learning fun, interactive, and effective. Here's what your child will experience:​

1. Fill in the Missing "AR" Digraph

The first step invites students to complete words by adding the missing "ar" digraph. For example:

  • sh__ __k becomes shark

  • p__ __k becomes park

This activity strengthens spelling and sound recognition skills while helping students connect the digraph with its sound in various words.

2. Solve the Crossword Puzzle

Using the completed words, students will tackle an engaging crossword puzzle. Each clue relates to one of the "ar" words they’ve worked on, combining spelling practice with critical thinking and puzzle-solving fun.

For example:

  • _Across: A large fish with sharp teeth (shark)

  • Down: A place to play (park)

This hands-on challenge helps reinforce vocabulary, comprehension, and spelling in an exciting way that kids love.

 

Why Choose This Worksheet?

Our "ar Digraph in the Middle of a Word" Worksheet is:

  • Curriculum-Aligned: Designed for phonics lessons in grade 1 and grade 2.

  • Engaging: Combines writing, critical thinking, and fun puzzle-solving.

  • Flexible: Perfect for classroom activities or extra practice at home.

 

Download Your Free Worksheet Today!

Ready to add this interactive worksheet to your phonics toolkit? Click the button below to download the "AR Digraph in the Middle of a Word" Worksheet and watch your child’s confidence in reading and spelling soar!

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At Smart Boarding School, we’re passionate about making literacy a joyful adventure. With resources like this worksheet, your child can explore the exciting world of phonics while building a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

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