Phonics Reading Lesson 7..Ii..(short i)

Learning the Sound “iii”

Today, we are going to learn about a special sound called “iii.” This sound is important because it helps us read and say words correctly. Let’s have some fun with it!

What is the Sound “iii”?

The sound “iii” is a sound we hear in many words. We will practice saying it together.

Let’s Practice the Sound

1. Listen: First, listen to me say “iii.”
2. Repeat: Now, you try! Say “iii” out loud.
3. Practice: Let’s say it a few more times to get really good at it.

Finding “iii” in Words

We can find the “iii” sound in lots of words. Let’s look at some examples.

Example Word: “if”

• Sound Parts: The word “if” has “iii” and “fff.”
• Slowly: Say it slowly: “iiifff.”
• Quickly: Now say it fast: “if.”

Words with “iii”

Here are some words that have the “iii” sound:

• it
• if
• pit
• tip
• fit
• sit
• kit
• mitt

Let’s Say These Words

Let’s say these words together:

1. it
2. if
3. pit
4. tip
5. fit
6. sit
7. kit
8. mitt

Repeat each word after me to get better at hearing and saying the “iii” sound.

Sounding Out Words

We will practice saying each word slowly and then quickly.

Example Words

• it: Slowly: “iiit” Quickly: “it”
• if: Slowly: “iiifff” Quickly: “if”
• pit: Slowly: “piiit” Quickly: “pit”
• tip: Slowly: “tiiip” Quickly: “tip”
• fit: Slowly: “fffiiit” Quickly: “fit”
• sit: Slowly: “sssiiit” Quickly: “sit”
• kit: Slowly: “kiiit” Quickly: “kit”
• mitt: Slowly: “mmmiiit” Quickly: “mitt”

Learning More Sounds

Let’s also try the “aaa” sound with the “iii” sound.

Practice with Both Sounds

We will say these words quickly, then slowly, and quickly again:

• mad
• mat
• mitt
• tap
• tip
• pat
• pit
• it

Keep Practicing!

Practicing sounds like “iii” helps us become better readers. The more we practice, the better we get at reading and saying words. Keep up the good work, and you’ll be a reading star in no time!