Initial Sounds and Blending

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What is an initial sound?

Back

The first sound in a word.

Front

Can you give an example of a word with the initial sound 'b'?

Back

Ball, Bat, or Bee.

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What does blending mean in reading?

Back

Combining individual sounds to form a word.

Front

How do you blend the sounds 'c', 'a', and 't'?

Back

You say 'c' + 'a' + 't' to make the word 'cat'.

Front

What is the initial sound in the word 'dog'?

Back

The initial sound is 'd'.

Front

What is an example of a word that starts with the initial sound 's'?

Back

Sun, Sock, or Sit.

Front

What is the importance of recognizing initial sounds?

Back

It helps with reading and spelling.

Front

How do you identify the initial sound in a word?

Back

Listen for the first sound you hear when you say the word.

Front

What is the initial sound in the word 'fish'?

Back

The initial sound is 'f'.

Front

Can you blend the sounds 'm', 'a', and 'p'?

Back

Yes, it makes the word 'map'.