Grade 1 - Spelling

Grade 1 Final-E Words Spelling Practice

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Final-E Words

Grade 1 - Spelling - Challenge Me

Worksheet 1

  1. Spell the silent-final-E word meaning “a two-wheeled ride.”

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  2. Build this silent-final-E word: “a solid with six square faces.”

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  3. Write the silent-final-E spelling for “a thick strong cord.”

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  4. Finish the boxes to spell “a toy flown in the wind” as a silent-final-E word.

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  5. Use silent E at the end to spell the word meaning “an activity played for fun.”

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  6. Spell the silent-final-E word meaning “a door in a fence.”

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  7. Build this silent-final-E word: “a long hollow shape.”

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  8. Write the silent-final-E spelling for “moving water near shore.”

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  9. Finish the boxes to spell “a short written message” as a silent-final-E word.

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.

  10. Use silent E at the end to spell the word meaning “a hard part inside the body.”

    A row containing 4 empty letter boxes.A row of 4 boxes for the letters of a word. 4 boxes are empty and drawn with a dashed edge for the missing letters.
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About this worksheet

Silent final E changes the vowel sound in many one-syllable words even though the E itself is not spoken. First graders may read cake correctly and still forget to write the last letter, producing cak, or they may add E to a short-vowel word that does not need it. This page makes the final-E job explicit. Children compare complete spellings, restore the silent letter, and spell words whose clues require a long vowel. Support items keep most letters visible. Standard items alternate between supplying E and producing a whole word, while challenge items place more responsibility on memory. Ask your child to read the word once without E and once with it; hearing the vowel change gives the spelling rule a purpose. The final box should be checked even after the word already sounds complete, because that quiet letter carries important information for the reader.

What your child will learn

  • Use final E to mark a long vowel
  • Distinguish short- and long-vowel spellings
  • Remember an unspoken final letter
  • Check the last box after spelling

Worked example

Cap has short A. Add silent E to make cape, where A says its name.

Common mistake

Stopping after the final consonant because silent E cannot be heard.

Helpful hint

Read the word without E, then add E and listen for the vowel change.

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Questions parents ask

What is the most common mistake with final-e words?
Stopping after the final consonant because silent E cannot be heard.
How can I help my child with final-e words?
Read the word without E, then add E and listen for the vowel change.
Are these 1st grade spelling worksheets free to print?
Yes. All 6 printable versions on this page are free to download and print, with no account needed.

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