Understanding the 'au' Digraph

The video tutorial introduces the concept of alternative sounds, focusing on the 'or' sound. It reviews previous encounters with the 'or' sound in different sets and introduces a new way to form the 'or' sound using 'au'. The teacher provides examples of words containing the 'or' sound, such as 'autumn', 'launch', and 'author'. The tutorial includes a spelling practice session with the word 'launch' and encourages students to find objects or pictures at home that use the 'or' sound. The video concludes with a reminder to keep practicing.

What is the focus of today's lesson in the Acorn class?

• Practicing math skills

• Exploring alternative sounds

• Studying historical events

• Learning new vocabulary

Which set previously introduced the 'or' sound?

• Set 4

• Set 2

• Set 5

• Set 1

What two letters make the 'or' sound in today's lesson?

• A and E

• O and U

• E and I

• A and U

What is the 'au' digraph used for in today's lesson?

• To make the 'ou' sound

• To make the 'ai' sound

• To make the 'or' sound

• To make the 'ee' sound

Which of the following words uses the 'au' digraph?

• Spring

• Launch

• Winter

• Summer

Who is mentioned as an author in the examples?

• Julia Donaldson

• Dr. Seuss

• Roald Dahl

• J.K. Rowling

Which of the following is NOT a word mentioned in the examples?

• Launch

• Spring

• Autumn

• Author

What is the role of Julia Donaldson mentioned in the lesson?

• Illustrator

• Editor

• Author

• Publisher

What is the purpose of using fingers in the spelling practice?

• To count the number of sentences

• To count the number of words

• To count the number of sounds

• To count the number of letters

What is the first sound in the word 'launch'?

• L

• A

• C

• N