Spelling Digraphs SH, TH, CH, WH

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What are digraphs?

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Digraphs are pairs of letters that together represent a single sound (phoneme). Examples include 'sh', 'th', 'ch', and 'wh'.

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Provide an example of a word that contains the digraph 'sh'.

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An example of a word with the digraph 'sh' is 'sheep'.

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What sound does the digraph 'th' represent?

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The digraph 'th' can represent two sounds: the voiced sound as in 'this' and the voiceless sound as in 'think'.

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Give an example of a word that contains the digraph 'ch'.

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An example of a word with the digraph 'ch' is 'chocolate'.

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What is the function of the digraph 'wh' in words?

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The digraph 'wh' typically represents the sound /w/ as in 'what' or /hw/ as in 'whale'.

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How can digraphs affect the meaning of a word?

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Digraphs can change the pronunciation and meaning of words; for example, 'ship' vs. 'chip'.

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What is the importance of recognizing digraphs in reading?

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Recognizing digraphs helps improve reading fluency and comprehension by allowing readers to decode words more effectively.

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List three common digraphs in English.

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Three common digraphs in English are 'sh', 'th', and 'ch'.

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What is a common mistake students make with digraphs?

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A common mistake is mispronouncing or omitting the digraph, leading to incorrect word pronunciation.

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How do digraphs relate to phonics instruction?

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Digraphs are an essential part of phonics instruction, helping students understand sound-letter relationships.