Decoding Digraphs

1st GradeELA15 min

aligned to Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.rf.1.3.b

Learning Objective

I can read words with digraphs (ch, sh, th, wh).

Lesson Flow

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11 min

Digraphs CH and SH - Read Words With CH and SH Sounds

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Guided Notes

5 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Digraphs are two letters next to each other that make one new sound.

  • The digraph CH makes the sound /ch/, as in the word 'chip'.

  • The digraph SH makes the sound /sh/, as in the word 'fish'.

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Read these words aloud: ship, chin, shop, and chop. Which words begin with the /sh/ sound?

Teacher Guide

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