Exploring Short Vowel Sounds

Dr. Waters presents a tutorial on short vowel sounds using a book by Shebert and Dennis. The video covers the pronunciation and examples of the vowel sounds A, E, I, O, and U. Each vowel sound is explained with relatable analogies and examples to help learners understand and practice the correct pronunciation.

Who are the authors of the book mentioned in the video?

• Williams and Jones

• Smith and Johnson

• Shebert and Dennis

• Brown and Taylor

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.1B

CCSS.L.11-12.3A

What is the sound of the vowel 'a' described as?

• The sound you make when you're happy

• The sound you make when you're sad

• The sound you make when you're surprised

• The sound you make when you're scared

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.L.K.2C

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which word contains the short vowel sound 'a'?

• Leg

• Hat

• Men

• Zip

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.K.3A

How is the sound of the vowel 'e' described?

• You open your mouth and say 'ah'

• Your nose crinkles up

• Your mouth opens just a little bit and you only see your top teeth

• Your mouth opens wide and you scream

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.L.K.2C

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which word contains the short vowel sound 'e'?

• Bat

• Set

• Dog

• Fig

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.K.3A

What happens to your nose when you make the short vowel sound 'i'?

• It twitches

• It crinkles up

• It stays still

• It flares

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.K.3A

Which word contains the short vowel sound 'i'?

• Lot

• Tip

• Nut

• Set

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.L.K.2C

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

How is the sound of the vowel 'o' described?

• The sound you make when you try to catch a ball

• The sound you make when something stinks

• The sound you make when your doctor checks your throat

• The sound you make when you're scared

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.K.3B

Which word contains the short vowel sound 'o'?

• Bib

• Dot

• Men

• Run

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.L.K.2C

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What is the sound of the vowel 'u' described as?

• The sound you make when you're scared

• The sound you make when you're happy

• The sound you make when you try to catch a ball and it hits you in the belly

• The sound you make when you're surprised

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.L.K.2C

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A