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Circle-shaped r-controlled vowels word search for early readers with words like bird and horse.
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R-Controlled Sight Words Word Search

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This 19-word circle-shaped word search reinforces r-controlled vowel patterns for early readers in Grades 1–3. Hidden words include bird, first, horse, and floor, covering ar, or, er, and ir word families. Use it as a phonics practice activity, a reading warm-up during a vowel-sound unit, or a no-prep sub plan for primary-grade classrooms.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Phonics
Grade Level:
1st – 3rd Grades
Updated July 2026

Word List

  • FOR
  • HER
  • FIRST
  • OR
  • FAR
  • START
  • HURT
  • BARN
  • CAR
  • FARM
  • BIRD
  • CORN
  • DOOR
  • FLOOR
  • GIRL
  • ARE
  • THERE
  • WERE
  • HORSE

How to Use This Word Search

Print this word search for early finishers, vocabulary review, or classroom warm-ups. Click 'Open This Word Search' to change the grid size, swap words, or adjust difficulty before downloading.

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