The -ave word family highlight-and-hunt sheet
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Highlight every target word inside the short paragraph.
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The -ave word family — Highlight-and-hunt sheet
Highlight every target word inside the short paragraph.
Name: ______________________ Date: ____________
cave
gave
pave
rave
save
wave
brave
crave
grave
shave
slave
Get the most out of this sheet
- Read the words aloud together before your child picks up a pencil.
- Highlight every target word inside the short paragraph.
- Finish by having them read every word back to you with the sheet covered.
- Keep it to ten minutes. Short and frequent beats long and rare.
Common questions
Is this -ave word family highlight-and-hunt sheet free?
Yes — free to print, save as PDF and photocopy for home or classroom use. No signup, no email, no watermark.
How many words are on the sheet?
11 words, chosen to fit comfortably on a single printed page.
What age is this highlight-and-hunt sheet for?
Ages 3–7 — preschool through first grade, depending on the topic.
Can I use these highlight-and-hunt sheets in my classroom?
Yes. Teachers are welcome to print and copy them for their own class.
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