★Leave Spaces Between Words
Kindergarten Writing Worksheet - Challenge Me
NameDate
Read each sentence. Write it again with a finger space between the words.
BenandIrun.
Wemadeaboat.
Momhasahat.
Dadcanfixit.
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Kindergarten Leave Spaces Between Words worksheets
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Spaces make the separate words in a sentence visible. Beginning writers often know what they want to say but run every letter together, because the sounds of speech run together too. On this page every item is a short sentence with all the words joined, such as Wecanrun. , and the child writes it again underneath with a finger space between each word. Say the sentence aloud and clap each word first, then put a finger down after each word to leave a gap while writing.
Support sheets use three-word sentences. Standard sheets use four words and challenge sheets use longer sentences up to five. Compare the child's copy with the original: the letters are the same, and only the spaces are new. A good habit is to read the finished sentence back by touching each word once.
What your child will learn
- See separate words in joined print
- Leave a finger space between words
- Count the words in a sentence
- Copy a sentence carefully
Common Core standard: RF.K.1.C
Worked example
The line says Icanrun. Clap the words: I (clap) can (clap) run (clap). Write: I can run.
Common mistake
Leaving a space inside a word, or no space at all between two short words.
Helpful hint
Say the sentence slowly, clap once for each word, and put a finger down after each word.
Questions parents ask
What is the most common mistake with leave spaces between words?
Leaving a space inside a word, or no space at all between two short words.
How can I help my child with leave spaces between words?
Say the sentence slowly, clap once for each word, and put a finger down after each word.
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