Hey there! Do you remember learning about vowels? Today, we’re going to talk about one of them: the letter A. It’s pretty special because it can make different sounds. Let’s explore these sounds together!
The letter A can make a short sound, like in the word “apple.” Imagine biting into a juicy apple. That’s the short A sound!
A can also make a long sound, like in the word “ape.” Picture an ape munching on an apple. That’s the long A sound!
Isn’t it cool how one letter can sound different? Now you know that the letter A can sound like “apple” or “ape.” Keep practicing, and you’ll become a vowel expert in no time!
Sound Hunt: Go on a sound hunt around your home or classroom! Look for objects or pictures that have the short A sound, like “apple,” and the long A sound, like “cake.” Make a list or draw pictures of what you find. Can you find at least three items for each sound?
Vowel Art: Create a piece of art using the letter A. Draw or cut out pictures of things that start with the short A sound and the long A sound. For example, you could draw an “ant” for the short A sound and an “airplane” for the long A sound. Share your artwork with a friend or family member and explain the different sounds.
Story Time: Make up a short story using words that have the short A and long A sounds. For example, “An ape ate an apple.” Try to use at least five words with the short A sound and five words with the long A sound. Share your story with someone and see if they can spot the different A sounds!
