Phonics Mystery Words Mission: OR sound

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In today’s lesson, students participated in the “Phonics Mystery Words Mission,” focusing on words that contain the “OR” sound. Through a series of engaging clues, they identified words such as “fork,” “corn,” “storm,” and “horse,” enhancing their phonics skills while having fun. The mission concluded with a celebration of their successful word-solving efforts, encouraging further exploration of language challenges.
  1. What is the “OR” sound in the words we learned today?
  2. Can you think of other words that have the “OR” sound?
  3. Which mystery word was your favorite and why?

Phonics Mystery Words Mission: OR Sound

Welcome to the Mystery Words Mission! Today, we are going to solve some fun word clues. Each word has the “OR” sound. Are you ready to start the mission? Let’s go!

Clue 1: Eating Utensil

Can you guess the word? It’s something you use to eat your food. Yes, it’s a “fork!”

Clue 2: Yellow Vegetable

This word is the name of a yummy yellow vegetable. Do you know what it is? That’s right, it’s “corn!”

Clue 3: Rainy Weather

This word describes rain with thunder and lightning. What could it be? Correct, it’s a “storm!”

Clue 4: Animal Bones

These are pointed bones that grow from some animals’ heads. Can you guess? Yes, they are “horns!”

Clue 5: Opposite of Tall

This word means the opposite of tall. What is it? That’s right, it’s “short!”

Clue 6: Another Word for Ripped

When something is ripped, it is also called what? You got it, it’s “torn!”

Clue 7: Animal with a Mane

This animal has a mane and a tail. Do you know its name? Yes, it’s a “horse!”

Clue 8: Counting by Tens

What number do you say when you count by tens? Can you guess? Correct, it’s “40!”

Clue 9: Fun Games

This word describes games like football, soccer, and softball. What is it? That’s right, it’s “sport!”

Clue 10: Sharp Weapon

This word is the name of a weapon with a long sharp blade. Do you know what it is? Yes, it’s a “sword!”

Mission Complete!

Congratulations! You have solved all the mystery words. Great job! If you enjoyed this mission, you can find more fun word challenges with Teaching Without Frills. Keep exploring and learning!

  • Can you think of other words that have the “OR” sound in them? Try to come up with a list of words and share them with your friends or family.
  • Which of the mystery words was your favorite, and why? Have you ever used or seen any of these things in real life?
  • Can you make up a short story using some of the mystery words we learned today? Share your story with someone and see if they can guess the words you used!
  1. Word Hunt Adventure: Go on a word hunt around your home or classroom to find objects or pictures that have the “OR” sound in their names. For example, look for a “fork” in the kitchen or a picture of a “storm” in a book. Make a list of all the “OR” words you find and share them with your friends or family.

  2. Create Your Own Mystery Clues: Think of three new words that have the “OR” sound. Write your own mystery clues for each word, just like in the lesson. Share your clues with a friend or family member and see if they can guess your mystery words!

  3. Sound Detective: Become a sound detective and listen carefully to conversations or stories around you. Every time you hear a word with the “OR” sound, raise your hand or make a note. At the end of the day, count how many “OR” words you heard and share your findings with your class.

Here’s a sanitized version of the YouTube transcript:

Mystery words or today’s mission: solve each word clue to complete your mission.

Remember, here’s clue number one: this word is the name of a utensil you use to eat. Correct, the answer is “fork.”

Clue number two: this word is the name of a yellow vegetable. Correct, the answer is “corn.”

Clue number three: this word describes rain with thunder and lightning. Correct, the answer is “storm.”

Clue number four: this word is the name of pointed bones that grow from animals’ heads. Correct, the answer is “horns.”

Clue number five: this word is the opposite of tall. Correct, the answer is “short.”

Clue number six: this word is another way to say ripped. Correct, the answer is “torn.”

Clue number seven: this word is the name of an animal with a mane and a tail. Correct, the answer is “horse.”

Clue number eight: this word is the name of a number you say when you count by tens. Correct, the answer is “40.”

Clue number nine: this word describes games like football, soccer, and softball. Correct, the answer is “sport.”

Clue number ten: this word is the name of a weapon with a long sharp blade. Correct, the answer is “sword.”

Congratulations, you have completed the mission! Subscribe to Teaching Without Frills for more mystery word missions.

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