Recognize common consonant digraphs
The idea
A digraph has two letters working together for one sound. Ask an adult to read each word aloud.
Step by step
- Hear the word spoken and repeat its beginning sound.
- Look for the two letters sh, ch or th that spell that sound.
- Choose the whole word that begins with the named digraph.
Example
Which word begins with the digraph sh?
Answer
shell
The letters sh at the start of shell work together for its first sound.
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Sort six word cards under sh, ch and th headings; say each beginning sound.
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