Understanding Digraphs and Phonics Sounds

In this video, Abby introduces the 'er' digraph, explaining that it consists of two letters making one sound. She provides examples of words containing the 'er' sound, such as 'bird' and 'stir', and encourages viewers to practice these words. The video also covers advanced digraphs and includes a call to action for viewers to subscribe to the channel for more phonics lessons.

What is a digraph?

• Two letters that make one sound

• Two letters that make two sounds

• A group of three letters that make one sound

• A single letter that makes one sound

Which letters form the 'ir' sound?

• O and R

• A and R

• I and R

• E and R

What sound do the letters 'ir' make?

• Er

• Or

• Ar

• Ir

Which word contains the 'ir' sound?

• Cat

• Bird

• Dog

• Fish

What is an example of an animal noise in the sky?

• Bark

• Roar

• Meow

• Chirp

What action is associated with the word 'stir'?

• Running

• Jumping

• Mixing

• Sleeping

Which of these words contains the 'ir' sound?

• Stir

• Bake

• Boil

• Fry

What sound does a bird make?

• Hiss

• Buzz

• Roar

• Chirp

How many digraphs are in the word 'chirp'?

• Three

• Two

• One

• None

What do we call someone who wins a race?

• First

• Middle

• Second

• Last