Beginning Blends Decodable Texts

The word "Nonfiction" on a light purple background.
The word 'Nonfiction' on a light purple background.
Text that says 'Nonfiction' on a light purple background.
The word 'Fiction' written in black text on a beige background.
Text reading 'Fiction' on a plain background.
The word 'Fiction' written in black text on a plain white background.
Text that says 'Nonfiction' on a light purple background.
The word 'Fiction' written in black text on a white background.
The word 'Nonfiction' written in black text on a light purple background.
Text that says 'Nonfiction' in black font on a light purple background.
The word 'Fiction' written in black text on a beige background.
The word 'Fiction' written in black text on a light beige background.

A pair of black and white skis with one ski on each side of the image.

L-Blends: bl, cl, fl, pl, gl, sl

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R-Blends: br, cr, dr, fr, gr, pr, tr

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A close-up of a black and white striped pole or object, with no additional details visible.

S-Blends: sc, sk, sl, sm, sn, sp, st

1st grade printable decodable story using S-blend words like sl, sn, and sw. Fiction passage includes decoding practice and comprehension questions. Free PDF.

3 Letter S-Blends: scr, spr, spl, str

Free decodable nonfiction worksheet using scr, spr, and str words. 1st grade Science of Reading resource with questions and phonics-aligned teacher guide.
A tall, slim object resembling a black and white striped pole or sign.

All Beginning Blends

Printable R-blends fiction worksheet for 1st grade. Includes a decodable story, blend word practice, comprehension questions, and instructional guide.

Looking for free printable beginning blends decodable texts? BrainySheets features engaging decodable stories that target beginning consonant blends such as bl, cl, fl, gr, st, tr, scr, and more. These phonics-based worksheets are ideal for building blending and decoding fluency. Great for Science of Reading classrooms, small group phonics lessons, and homeschool instruction. Download free beginning blends decodable worksheets and help your students become stronger readers!