Decoding Words with Phonics

3rd GradeELA75 min

Learning Objective

I can decode words using phonics rules.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

Spelling rule: y sounds like 'i' | y sounds like 'e' | Phonics & Spelling Rules

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Guided Notes

15 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The letter ‘Y’ can act as a consonant or a vowel.

  • In single-syllable words, the letter ‘Y’ at the end usually makes the /ie/ or ‘i’ sound, as in the words cry, fry, and try.

  • In two-syllable words, the letter ‘Y’ at the end usually makes the /ee/ or ‘e’ sound, as in the words baby, city, and sorry.

Practice

23 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Read the following words and identify whether the letter 'y' makes the /ie/ sound, the /ee/ sound, or the /y/ sound: happy, sky, yellow

Teacher Guide

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