Closed syllables

Need help teaching two syllable words with closed syllables? Here are four activities to make your instruction engaging, fun, and effective!

I used to have the hardest time teaching students the difference between open and closed syllables. Finally I came up with a lesson that clicked for them and for me. First make sure your students know what a syllable is, have a strong foundation for vowels and consonants, and letter names. I start with a word like cat. I write it big on my white board. Then I say look at this word. How many vowels are in this word? one. If there is one vowel then how many syllables is this word? one Now we…

Looking for an overview for teaching open and closed syllables? Check out this post! You'll find a mini teaching guide and a free practice activity!

126K views · 6.2K likes | Lindsay / Early Years Literacy Specialist on Instagram: "‼️OPEN Syllable Chant ‼️ Try this with your learners and thank me later 😉 Did you know that if you teach open and closed syllables you are unlocking the code for your learners to read over 70% of words 🤯 Drop the word ➡️ OPEN ⬅️ below 👇 and I will send you the link to my teacher slides AND sweet syllable words 💜 With such an important skill to teach, I wanted to make it fun and engaging for my littles…

If you teach struggling or beginning readers, you'll love the explicit, step-by-step techniques to help you teach closed syllables.

39K views · 1.5K likes | Edutopia on Instagram: "From @creativelyteachingfirst : “Here is how I teach my students open and closed syllables! I place sticky notes on our classroom door. I opened the door for open syllables and closed the door for closed syllables. This visual always seems to connect with students!” Note to clarify the practice: These are two sets of words being shared. When the door is open, a set of open-syllable words is presented. When the door is closed, a second set of…

What are closed syllables? Learn what closed syllables are, how to teach them, & get 3 free printable worksheets!

I'm back to discuss closed syllables! To view my post outlining each syllable type click here. To grab my free syllable types posters and syllable guide click here. This post will explain closed syllables further and showcase some closed syllables activities available in my teacherspayteachers store. To visit my teacherspayteachers store click here. To grab this poster free click here Closed syllables have one vowel and the vowel is closed in my one or more consonants. Word that contain…

Let me make your life easier. These games and activities are easy to implement and highly engaging. They work great in a small group intervention lesson or at a literacy center. Practice phonics skills such as closed syllables, open syllables, vowel teams, silent e, bonus letters and so much more! Includes a small group lesson planning template to save you time! Your students are going to LOVE these activities!

Working on open and closed syllables can really boost spelling abilities in young writers. Check out these teaching tips and hands-on activities to help your child master closed syllables.