Letter Recognition Worksheet: D’Nealian – PreK-1st Grade Phonics

The D’Nealian Handwriting Letter Matching Recognition Test gives preschool through first grade students focused, no-prep practice with letter recognition. It is a print-and-go phonics page that fits easily into a mini-lesson, a center rotation, or a quick review day.

Learning objective: By the end of this activity, students will be able to use their letter recognition skills accurately and explain their thinking.

Why it works: Short, focused practice is one of the best ways to help preschool through first grade students remember a new skill. Clear directions mean students can get started quickly, and the simple format makes it easy for you to spot who needs more help.

What's included:

• 2-page printable worksheet

• Cover page

How it's organized: Short, student-friendly directions sit at the top of the page, followed by practice items that move from simple to more challenging.

Grade level: Designed for preschool through first grade students. It also works well for second grade students who need extra practice or a fresh review.

How to use it: It works well for whole-class lessons, small groups, early finishers, homework, review days, intervention time, and sub tubs.

Answer key: This page does not include a separate answer key.

Teaching tips and variations:

• Project the page and solve one or two items as a class before students work on their own.

• Slip the page into a sheet protector so students can practice again with dry-erase markers.

• Send it home as homework so families can see what their child is learning in phonics.

Skills covered: Letter Recognition, Phonics

Standards: Supports Common Core RF.K.1d, RF.1.1.

File type: PDF, ready to print.

Number of pages: 3 (2 worksheet pages, 1 cover page).

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