Word Family Reading Comprehension Passages

Build strong reading and phonics skills with these Word Family Reading Comprehension Passages — a simple and effective way for students to decode, read, and understand short vowel word families. Each printable page features a short decodable passage focused on one word family and includes two picture-supported comprehension questions.

Students read the passage, identify familiar word family patterns (like -at, -in, or -op), and answer questions to show their understanding. With predictable sentences and black-and-white illustrations, this resource is ideal for early readers in small groups, literacy centers, or phonics-based intervention.

📄 What’s Included

• 24 short vowel word family passages (CVC and CCVC patterns)
• 1 passage per word family with simple decodable text
• 2 picture-supported comprehension questions per page
• Black-and-white printables for easy prep and coloring

🎯 Skills Covered with This Reading Set

• Word family pattern recognition
• Decoding short vowel (CVC and CCVC) words
• Reading fluency and confidence building
• Early comprehension and oral language skills
• Vocabulary development with visual support

💡 Why It Works

• Aligned with Science of Reading principles
• No-prep, print-and-go design for busy teachers
• Perfect for small group instruction, literacy centers, or take-home practice
• Combines decoding, fluency, and comprehension in one easy activity

📥 Just print and read!

Your students will build confidence as they read and comprehend short vowel word families with these Word Family Reading Comprehension Passages!
Happy Teaching 🙂