Decoding CVC Words
Learning Objective
I can read and blend sounds to decode CVC words.
Key Concepts
One activity to help children blend CVC words involves using sound boxes to isolate each individual sound before blending them together.
When introducing new words, keep the middle and ending sounds the same, as the vowel sound can be tricky for students.
Using letter cards, start with two sounds, a vowel and a consonant, and have students tap and move them closer together until they can blend the sounds.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 3 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is the purpose of using sound boxes when teaching CVC words?
2. Why is it helpful to keep the vowel and ending consonant the same when introducing new CVC words in a lesson?
3. Which of the following strategies is used to help children blend sounds together to form CVC words?
Educational Video
Blending cvc words first grade
April Karl- Reading Tutor