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Here are two games for you to download and print for free to help children to learnt o read and spell ck sound words. This sound is usually found at the end of words, after a short vowel sound.
Learning this sound is a natural progression from first having learnt to blend cvc and ccvc words. Rigour and repetition in phonics work
As we work our way through the different letter combinations, remember speed is not the game. Rigour and repetition are more important. We want these sounds to become embedded in the pupil's brain so that instant re-call is possible, and further still, it becomes automatic to recognise them and say the correct sound. We also want to progress at a pace that is just right to enable the pupil to gain a solid grasp of the new sound, but also to maintain a sense of progress, which in turn provides motivation.
Flashcards - old fashioned but so effective!
For this reason I always introduce the new sound on a flashcard and repeat the flashcards daily. This is by sure the quickest way to help children be secure, confident readers who do not need to guess, or predict (another word for guessing!)
Therefore I suggest in my reading programme that each sound is taught thoroughly for a week, while at the same time practising the sounds that have gone before. At the end of this time, move to the next sound, but continue to practice all the sounds learnt so far. Your pupil will no doubt continue to need reminding of the new sounds and support to use them when both reading and spelling.Reading Made Simple ensures that children have that regular practice by the use of weekly simple dictations of little stories using only words they have already learnt. This builds real confidence and concretes the knowledge firmly in place. ck sound words games help the new rule to 'stick' in the mind
Because the English language has two letters that stand for the sound 'c'/'k', early learners of English often get confused, especially when spelling, as to which to use. Added to which, 'ck' together throws a third choice into the equation! However using 'ck' together has a simple rule. Make it easier for your pupil to learn the rule by playing these games. One will help especially with reading and one with spelling.
The 'ck' rule - repetition is the key!
Tthe letters 'ck' together always come after a vowel saying its sound - not its name. So you need 'ck' on the end in any word where you hear:
ack eck ick ock uck
Listen to these words as you say them:
sack peck lick sock duck
As you play the games, emphasis these sounds. By teaching 'ck' with the short vowels attached we save a lot of time in the future dealing with errors. It will instill in the child's mind that 'ck' goes with the short vowel. The child does not need to know the technical terminology for this, just the plain fact:
ack eck ick ock uck
The first game involves finding the 'ack', 'eck', 'ick', 'ock' or 'uck' ending to complete each word. Make it a daily saying: The first game involves finding the 'ack', 'eck', 'ick', 'ock' or 'uck' ending to complete each word.
The second game is a reading game: read a sentence and find the matching picture, or look at a picture and find the matching sentence. Reading little sentences helps the pupil to have practice in seeing the new sound amongst a lot of other letters, picking it out and using it - without the pressure of having to read a 'book'. It also helps to develop reading fluency.
Resources to help you make your games
Keep your games somewhere safe. I like to use plastic A4 plastic wallets for each game. Then I don't lose any pieces! If you find these games helpful, please do tell others and leave a review as a comment on this mail. Find free phonics 'ck' worksheets here.
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WelcomeHello, I'm Lilibette, qualified teacher (B.Ed Hons). I have taught phonics in mainstream education, followed by have home-educated my two sons to 18, and am now a private tutor. Categories
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