Phonics Lesson: Hard and Soft 'G'

Front

What sound does the letter 'G' make?

Back

Hard G (/g/) as in go, Soft G (/j/) as in giraffe.

Front

What is the Hard G sound?

Back

The Hard G sound is /g/ as in go, gate, gum. It usually appears before A, O, U.

Front

What is the Soft G sound?

Back

The Soft G sound is /j/ as in giraffe, giant, gym. It usually appears before E, I, Y.

Front

Give examples of words with Hard G sound.

Back

Examples: game, go, gum, glass, garden.

Front

Give examples of words with Soft G sound.

Back

Examples: giraffe, giant, gem, gentle, gym.

Front

What is the rule for determining Hard G and Soft G?

Back

If 'G' is followed by 'E,' 'I,' or 'Y,' it usually makes the soft G (/j/) sound. Otherwise, it's a hard G (/g/).

Front

What activity helps students practice sorting Hard and Soft G words?

Back

Word Sort activity, where students sort words into Hard G and Soft G columns.

Front

What is an example sentence using both Hard and Soft G words?

Back

The giant played a game in the garden.

Front

What is a tip for remembering the Soft G sound?

Back

If 'G' is followed by 'E,' 'I,' or 'Y,' it usually makes the soft G (/j/) sound.

Front

What is a pronunciation drill activity for Hard and Soft G?

Back

Have students repeat words after you, using hand gestures (strong fist for Hard G, soft wave for Soft G).