Decoding Words and Spelling

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What is a blend in phonics?

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A blend is a group of two or three consonants that appear together in a word, where each consonant sound can be heard. For example, 'st' in 'stop' and 'tr' in 'tree'.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What is the correct spelling of the word for a small, flying mammal?

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bat

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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CCSS.L.4.6

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What is the blend at the beginning of the word 'tree'?

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tr

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What is the correct spelling of the word for a head covering?

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hat

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

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What is the correct spelling of the word for a flat surface used for writing?

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mat

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What is the difference between a blend and a digraph?

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A blend combines two or three consonant sounds where each sound is heard, while a digraph is two letters that make one sound, such as 'sh' in 'ship'.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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Can you give an example of a word that starts with the blend 'sp'?

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Yes, an example is 'spoon'.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What is the correct spelling of the word for a small, furry animal that often lives in trees?

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bat

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

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What is the blend at the beginning of the word 'stop'?

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st

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What is the correct spelling of the word for a piece of clothing worn on the head?

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hat

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6