Today, we’re going to learn about a special letter called “Bossy R.” Bossy R is a little bit like a bossy friend who changes the way other letters sound. Let’s see how Bossy R works and have some fun with words!
When Bossy R comes after certain vowels, it changes their sound to “er.” It’s like magic! Let’s look at some words to see how Bossy R works.
Now that you know how Bossy R works, try saying these words out loud. Can you hear the “er” sound? Remember, Bossy R is always there to help you read and write better!
Did you know that Bossy R is also called an “R-controlled vowel”? This is because it controls the sound of the vowel that comes before it. Isn’t that cool?
Keep practicing with Bossy R, and soon you’ll be a reading superstar!
Word Hunt Adventure: Go on a word hunt around your home or classroom. Look for objects or pictures that have words with Bossy R sounds. For example, find a picture of a bird or a toy turtle. Write down the words you find and say them out loud. Can you hear the Bossy R sound?
Bossy R Art Project: Create a collage using magazine cutouts or drawings of things that have Bossy R sounds in their names. You can include pictures of a fern, a nurse, or a circle. Label each picture with the correct word and share your collage with your classmates or family.
Story Time with Bossy R: Make up a short story using as many Bossy R words as you can. For example, “Once upon a time, a bird flew over a herd of cows and landed on a fern.” Share your story with a friend or family member and see if they can spot all the Bossy R words!
Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
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Er, ir, ur make the sound “er.”
Here’s bossy “r.” Look and see! Bossy “r” will help you write and read. Bossy “r” changes the sound of the vowel. Follow me and let’s learn how!
Look, listen, see, and repeat after me.
**Bossy “r” in er words:**
– fern
– herd
– germ
**Bossy “r” in ir words:**
– bird
– dirt
– circle
**Bossy “r” in ur words:**
– curve
– turtle
– nurse
Here’s bossy “r.” Look and see! Bossy “r” will help you write and read. Bossy “r” changes the sound of the vowel. Follow me and let’s learn how!
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This version removes any unnecessary filler words and maintains clarity.
