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This activity is recommended for use with an interactive whiteboard

Choosing the correct vowel(s) to correctly spell simple words which contain long vowel sounds.

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Learning objectives/outcomes:
England: NLS Y1, T3, W1: the common spelling patterns for each of the long vowel phonemes: ee, ai, ie, oa, oo
NC KS1: Reading: Phonemic awareness and phonic knowledge e) recognise that the same sounds may have different spellings and that the same spellings may relate to different sounds.
Word recognition and graphic knowledge f) read on sight high-frequency words and other familiar words.
Teaching SuggestionsTeaching Suggestions
Printable ResourcesPicture Cut Outs (01)
Printable ResourcesPicture Cut Outs (02)
Printable ResourcesWords to complete and match (01)
Printable ResourcesWords to complete and match (02)
Clip ArtPrintable assessment sheet
Homework sheet iconBoo!
Homework sheet iconSame sounds
Additional informationAdditional information:
Words used: bean, blue, chain, hoop, leaf, nail, rain, sail, seat, sheep, snail, tail, train.
Megahops: The maximum number of megahops awarded in this activity is 1. The award is given when a child successfully completes the activity and is not dependent on how many questions the child gets right or wrong.
Location in Spark Island: Spark Park: Beach
Related activity information: A simpler version of this activity involving choosing the correct vowel in CVC words is It's a goal!

SEN information
Suitable for children with Specific and Moderate Learning Difficulties including children with Dyslexia - children need to have an awareness of phonics and have had success with the It's a goal! activity before attempting this one. This activity has full sound. Text is read for children, which should ensure the activity can be undertaken by children who are not confident readers or who have difficulties with reading, thereby giving all children the opportunity to succeed at the activity and also gain a sense of independence.

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