Tag: syllables

Phonics, Reading

How to Teach Open Syllables in a First Grade Classroom

Teaching open syllables to your students can help them decode and write a large number of words. Single syllable open syllable words are some of the most common words used in the English language which means they are very important to teach young students. Here is how you can teach open syllables to your first grade, second grade, or kindergarten…

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Intervention, Reading

How to Use Syllable Types to Help Students with Decoding

Helping students to decode can feel overwhelming. What do you do when older students, say 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders, are struggling to decode words that should come easily? It can feel like a conundrum. You don’t want to give them “baby” practice, but it’s important to review foundational ideas and skills that will give them the tools they need.…

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