Saying /ɒ/ and /ɔː/ Sounds

1st GradeELA30 min

Learning Objective

I can say words with the /ɒ/ and /ɔː/ sounds.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

10 min

Do THIS to learn /ɔː/ and /ɒ:/

Michael Roberts - British Accent Method

Guided Notes

6 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The /ɔː/ sound, as in 'court', is a long vowel sound, while the /ɒ/ sound, as in 'cot', is a short vowel sound.

  • When making the /ɔː/ and /ɒ/ sounds, your lips should be rounded and the sound should come from the back of your mouth.

  • To practice these sounds, try saying these sentences: 'The odd dog was obviously lost' and 'Four daughters walked to court.'

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Listen to these pairs of words. Circle the word in each pair that has the /ɔː/ sound: caught, cot; stalk, stock; chord, cod.

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