CVC Decodable Stories

Help early readers build confidence and fluency with this set of CVC Decodable Stories. These passages provide structured practice with CVC words and short vowel sounds, giving students the repetition they need to strengthen decoding skills in connected text.

What This Resource Is
This printable set includes 6 decodable stories that focus on CVC word reading and short vowels. Each story follows a consistent format to support developing readers.

Skills Covered
Students will practice:
• Decoding CVC words
• Reading short vowel words (a, e, i, o, u)
• Reviewing high-frequency words
• Building fluency through repeated reading

What’s Included
• 6 CVC decodable stories (one per vowel plus mixed review)
• Words to Know section
• Words to Find activity
• Repeated reading tracker

How to Use This Resource
1. Choose a story that matches your short vowel focus.
2. Review Words to Know, then read the story aloud.
3. Students find and record CVC words.
4. Reread for fluency using the tracker.

Why Teachers and Homeschool Parents Love It
• Clear progression for early readers
• Predictable routine supports independence
• Great bridge from word lists to connected text
• Easy to use for centers, intervention, or home practice

If you purchased Raising Little Readers® Volume 2 with the Bonus Printables Bundle add-on, you already own this resource.