Did you know that many English words follow special rules to help us spell them? These rules are like little tricks that make spelling easier. Once you learn them, you can spell lots of words correctly!
Let’s talk about two groups of sounds: ‘aoy’ and ‘oh.’ These sounds help us decide how to spell words. But how do we know which one to use?
The sound ‘aoy’ is used at the beginning or in the middle of a word. Think of words like “play” or “toy.” These letters are also found at the beginning or middle of the alphabet, which helps us remember where to use them in words.
The sound ‘oh’ is used at the end of a word. Think of words like “go” or “snow.” These letters are at the end of the alphabet, so they go at the end of words too. Even if a word has a little tail, like “though,” ‘oh’ still stays at the end!
Here’s a fun way to remember: The letters in ‘aoy’ are like the beginning and middle of the alphabet, so they go in the middle of words. The letters in ‘oh’ are like the end of the alphabet, so they go at the end of words. Easy peasy!
Now you know a cool spelling trick! Keep practicing, and you’ll become a spelling superstar in no time!
Sound Hunt: Go on a sound hunt around your house or classroom! Find objects or pictures of things that have the ‘aoy’ or ‘oh’ sounds in their names. For example, a toy car for ‘aoy’ or a photo for ‘oh’. Write down the words you find and circle the ‘aoy’ or ‘oh’ sounds. Share your list with a friend and see if they can find more!
Spelling Detective: Become a spelling detective and look through your favorite storybook. Can you find words that use the ‘aoy’ or ‘oh’ sounds? Make a list of these words and draw a picture next to each one. Try to use different colors for ‘aoy’ and ‘oh’ words to help you remember the rule!
Make Your Own Word Game: Create a fun word game with a friend or family member. Write down words with ‘aoy’ and ‘oh’ sounds on small pieces of paper. Mix them up and take turns picking a word. Say the word out loud and decide if it uses ‘aoy’ or ‘oh’. Keep score and see who can get the most right!
Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
“English words may not seem very logical, but most of them follow spelling rules. Once you know these rules, you can work out how to spell many words. These phonics make the same sound: ‘aoy’ and ‘oh.’
So how do you know which one to use? The first group goes at the beginning or in the middle of a word, while the second group goes at the end of a word.
But how can you remember this rule? The first group of phonics has letters that are at the beginning or in the middle of the alphabet, so they go in the middle of the word. The second group has letters that are at the end of the alphabet, so they go at the end of a word.
They are still at the end of a word even if it has a tail.”
