Should students be required to learn to read and write words with S blends in order to succeed in reading and writing?
Name a word that begins with 'S' that you see in your house?
S Blends: What Are They?
S blends are two or more letters that make a single sound. For example, 'sl' in 'slide' or 'sm' in 'smile'. Practice saying and writing words that have S blends, such as 'scare', 'slide', 'smile', 'sleep', 'sneak', and 'snow'. Remember, S blends are two or more letters that make a single sound!
Concepts:
Slush - partially melted ice. Slurp - to make a loud noise while drinking or eating. Slide - to move quickly down a sloping surface.
Did you know?
The 'S' blend 'spl' is an onomatopoeia, which is a word that imitates the sound it represents. The 'S' blend 'sph' is derived from the Greek language and means 'sphere'. The 'S' blend 'str' is derived from the Latin language and means 'to stretch' or 'to draw tight'.
What words start with the S blend sound? Can you think of any examples? Draw a picture to show.
Brain break: Draw an animal or object that begins with S and put it in a crazy habitat. Use your imagination.
Which word begins with the letter S and is a type of bird?
Which word begins with the letter S and means to move quickly?
Which word begins with the letter S and is a type of fruit?
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Kiwi
- Apple
Which word begins with the letter S and is a type of plant?
Which word begins with the letter S and is a type of fish?