CVCe Expander Fluency Sheets – Free Silent E Sentence Pyramids for Small-Groups
Guided Phonics + Beyond
Free CVCe expander fluency sheets. Students build sentences word by word to practice silent e fluency and comprehension.
These CVCe expander fluency sheets, also known as sentence pyramids, give students step-by-step practice with silent e words. Students begin with one word, then expand the sentence line by line until they read the full sentence. This structured approach supports decoding, fluency, and comprehension while reinforcing vowel-consonant-e patterns. Ideal for science of reading-aligned small-groups, centers, or fluency practice at home.
Example: Mike → Mike can → Mike can ride → Mike can ride a bike
Each line builds on the previous to strengthen automaticity
Silent e words are repeated to ensure decoding mastery
Students illustrate their final sentence for comprehension checks
Great for independent fluency practice, partner reading, or teacher-led drills
These sheets provide an easy way to move from decoding individual silent e words to fluently reading connected sentences.
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Tara West
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Tara West is a dedicated educator and the founder of Little Minds at Work, an educational platform designed to provide teachers with creative and engaging resources for early childhood education. With a focus on developing innovative lesson plans, classroom strategies, and activities, Tara brings her passion for teaching to life, empowering teachers to foster meaningful learning experiences for their students.
