Meet the Phonics Digraphs – Jump In Segment

Let’s Learn About Phonics Digraphs!

Hello, little learners! Today, we’re going to have some fun with phonics digraphs. Digraphs are when two letters come together to make one sound. Let’s explore some words that have these special sounds!

Meet Some Fun Words

Here are some words with digraphs. Can you say them with me?

• Chef: The “ch” makes a sound like you’re saying “shh” quietly.
• School: The “sch” makes a sound like “sk” in “skate.”
• White: The “wh” makes a sound like blowing out a candle.
• Ghost: The “gh” is silent, so it sounds like “host.”
• Laugh: The “gh” here sounds like “f,” so it sounds like “laf.”
• Sign: The “gn” is silent, so it sounds like “sine.”
• Gnome: The “gn” is silent, so it sounds like “nome.”
• Theme: The “th” makes a sound like you’re blowing air between your teeth.
• Booth: The “th” makes a soft sound like in “the.”
• Wrestle: The “wr” is silent, so it sounds like “restle.”
• Knife: The “kn” is silent, so it sounds like “nife.”
• Elephant: The “ph” makes a sound like “f,” so it sounds like “elefant.”
• Photo: The “ph” makes a sound like “f,” so it sounds like “foto.”
• Quiet: The “qu” makes a sound like “kw,” so it sounds like “kwiet.”
• Shower: The “sh” makes a sound like “shh,” so it sounds like “shower.”
• Spring: The “sp” makes a sound like “sp,” so it sounds like “spring.”
• Ring: The “ng” makes a sound like “ng” in “sing.”
• Cat: The “c” makes a sound like “k,” so it sounds like “kat.”
• Ketchup: The “ch” makes a sound like “ch” in “chair.”
• Pictures: The “tch” makes a sound like “ch” in “chair.”

Let’s Have Some Fun!

Now that we’ve learned about these digraphs, try to find them in books or when you’re talking with your friends. It’s like a treasure hunt for sounds! Remember, learning can be fun and exciting. Keep practicing, and you’ll become a digraph expert in no time!

Happy Learning!

Keep exploring and discovering new words. You’re doing an amazing job! Remember, every word is like a little adventure. Have fun learning!