Spelling Digraphs sh, ch, th, wh
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Objective
I can correctly spell words containing sh, ch, th, and wh digraphs.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
Words that end with the /ch/ sound can be spelled with either ch or tch, depending on the sound that comes directly before it.
- 2
If there is a short vowel sound directly before the /ch/ sound, the word is spelled with tch.
- 3
If the sound before the /ch/ is not a short vowel, such as a long vowel or a consonant, the word is spelled with ch.
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Practice
11 questions
According to the rule discussed, what is the key factor that determines whether a word ending with the /ch/ sound is spelled with 'ch' or 'tch'?
Spell the word that describes a small piece of material used to mend a hole, following the spelling rule for the /ch/ sound.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“For each word below, spell it correctly by adding either 'ch' or 'tch' to the end. Explain your reasoning for each choice based on the sound immediately before the /ch/ sound. 1. ba__ (as in a group of items) 2. pea__ (a fruit) 3. stre__ (to pull tight) 4. bran__ (part of a tree)”
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