We have finished working with segmenting and have moved onto blending the words which means making the sounds touch…so we can read words! For children to understand what they read, they must be able to decode words rapidly and accurately. When they can read words fluently, their attention is freed to focus on comprehension. So practicing how to read cvc words with puzzles adds a little fun to this difficult task that needs plenty of practice.
CvC Words with Puzzles
One of the most engaging ways to practice reading cvc words is by using self-checking puzzles! The cut lines are all different so kiddos don’t learn incorrectly.
First, the kiddos pull a word card and blend the sounds together. Many need a reminder to make the sounds touch so they can read the words easily. This is called successive blending and it helps eginning readers and readers with memory issues.
Then the kiddos search and find the picture that matches the cvc word. If the puzzle pieces match, they did it correctly and win the prize!
What’s the prize for segmenting and blending, you ask?
You get to write the word on the paper! So exciting for kindergarten!
The students then take the paper home to share with parents!
Teach magically,
Debora
What do you do to practice reading cvc words! Comment below to share! I would to hear a few more ideas!
Great hands on resource. A fun way to learn phonics
Fun way to practice! Thanks!
Great ideas!
Thanks! We try to have fun daily!
Excellent and motivating way to teach phonics!
Thanks! They love that they can read the words independently(sometimes with a picture help).