Blends (s-blends)

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What is a blend?

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A blend is when two or more consonants are combined together, and each consonant sound can still be heard.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What is an s-blend?

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An s-blend is a type of blend that starts with the letter 's' followed by another consonant, like 'sl', 'sn', or 'sp'.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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Give an example of an s-blend word.

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One example of an s-blend word is 'slip'.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What sound does 'sl' make in the word 'slip'?

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In 'slip', the 'sl' makes a smooth sound that combines 's' and 'l'.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What is the first sound in the word 'snug'?

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The first sound in 'snug' is 'sn', which is an s-blend.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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Can you name another s-blend word?

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Yes, 'snap' is another example of an s-blend word.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What does the word 'skill' mean?

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'Skill' means the ability to do something well, often gained through practice.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What is the last sound in the word 'snip'?

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The last sound in 'snip' is 'p'.

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CCSS.RF.1.2A

CCSS.RF.1.2B

CCSS.RF.1.2C

CCSS.RF.1.2D

CCSS.RF.K.2D

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How do you pronounce the s-blend 'sp'?

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The s-blend 'sp' is pronounced by combining the 's' sound with the 'p' sound, as in 'spoon'.

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

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What is the meaning of the word 'snug'?

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'Snug' means to be comfortably warm and cozy.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C