Let’s have fun learning about two special letters: C and K! They both make the same sound, but we use them in different ways. Let’s find out how!
The letter C is like a cuddly friend. It loves to come first in words. Think about words like “cat” and “cute.” See how C is at the beginning? That’s because C likes to be first!
Now, let’s talk about the letter K. K is like a kicker! It often comes at the end of words. Look at words like “pink” and “weak.” K is at the end, giving the word a little kick!
Sometimes, K likes to come first too! We use K at the beginning of words when it is followed by the letters I, Y, or E. For example, in the words “king” and “key,” K is at the start. Isn’t that cool?
So, remember these fun rules: C is cuddly and comes first in words like “cat.” K is a kicker and usually comes at the end, like in “pink.” But if you see I, Y, or E, K can come first, like in “king” and “key.”
Now you know when to use C and when to use K. Keep practicing, and you’ll be a spelling star!
Word Hunt Adventure: Go on a word hunt around your home or classroom! Look for objects or pictures and try to find words that start with the letter C or K. Can you find a “cup” or a “kite”? Write down the words you find and draw a picture of each object. Share your findings with your friends or family!
Sound Detective: Become a sound detective and listen carefully to the words people say around you. Can you hear the “cuddly” C sound or the “kicking” K sound? Make a list of words you hear that start with C or K. Try to use these words in a sentence and share it with your class.
Letter Sorting Game: Create a set of cards with different words on them. Some words should start with C, some with K, and some should end with K. Mix them up and sort them into three groups: words that start with C, words that start with K, and words that end with K. See how fast you can sort them and challenge a friend to beat your time!
Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
“C and K make the same sound. How do you know which one to spell? C is a cuddly letter, so it always comes first, as in ‘cat’ and ‘cute.’ K is a kicking letter. K goes at the end of words, as in ‘pink’ and ‘weak.’ But K does come first sometimes. Use K in front of I, Y, or E, as in ‘king’ and ‘key.’ Remember, C comes at the beginning of words, and K comes at the end of words. Use K in front of I, Y, or E.”
