Exploring Short and Long Vowel Sounds

The video tutorial teaches students about short and long vowel sounds. It covers words starting with short vowels A, E, I, O, and U, and then transitions to long vowel sounds for each of these vowels. The tutorial emphasizes pronunciation and the role of silent 'e' in changing vowel sounds. Students are encouraged to read along and practice the words, enhancing their phonics skills.

Which word starts with a short 'a' sound?

• Ox

• Sit

• Egg

• Apple

What is the short vowel sound in the word 'net'?

• o

• a

• e

• i

Which word contains a short 'i' sound?

• Goat

• Fish

• Hat

• Wave

What is the short vowel sound in the word 'umbrella'?

• e

• i

• u

• a

What does the silent 'e' at the end of 'cake' indicate?

• The 'e' is pronounced

• The 'a' is long

• The 'a' is short

• The 'k' is silent

Which word has a long 'e' sound?

• Bat

• Bee

• Fox

• Sit

What is the long vowel sound in the word 'kite'?

• a

• e

• i

• o

Which word has a long 'o' sound?

• Fox

• Sit

• Bat

• Boat

What is the long vowel sound in the word 'cube'?

• a

• e

• i

• u

Which word has a silent 'e' at the end?

• Fox

• Sit

• Bat

• Wave