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The FLOSS Rule: A Must-Teach Spelling Rule
The FLOSS Rule is one of the very first spelling rules that I teach. (It can also be called the FLSZ rule or FLoSS + Z rule.) Most readers are ready to learn the FLOSS rule at the end of kindergarten or the beginning of first grade, but it can be beneficial to review this rule… Continue reading
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Free Multisyllabic Word List
When I first started teaching reading, I didn’t spend enough time on multisyllabic words. It wasn’t entirely my fault – I was following our curriculum, which didn’t even introduce them until the last unit! It can be hard to find phonics resources that include multisyllabic word practice. So, to help you get started, I created… Continue reading
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Teaching Open Syllables vs Closed Syllables
Open syllables and closed syllables are the building blocks of many multisyllabic words. In fact, nearly 75% of all syllables in the English language are open or closed syllables. Yet many adults, including myself, did not learn these terms during their own school experiences. This post will explain what open syllables vs closed syllables are,… Continue reading