Exploring R-Controlled Vowels: ER, IR, UR

Mr. Stone introduces the 'er' sound and its variations, providing examples like 'germ', 'nurse', 'thirst', 'perch', 'chirp', 'her', 'church', 'bird', and 'surf'. He explains the context of each word and emphasizes the importance of recognizing the 'er' sound in different words. The lesson concludes with encouragement to remember the sound and be strong, kind, and smart.

What sound is the focus of today's lesson?

• IR

• AR

• UR

• ER

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CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.K.3B

Which word is pronounced with a 'J' sound at the beginning?

• Gear

• Germ

• Giraffe

• Gorge

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CCSS.L.3.2F

What should you do to keep germs off?

• Jump high

• Wear hats

• Close windows

• Wash hands

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Who might give you medicine when you are sick?

• Coach

• Librarian

• Nurse

• Teacher

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What do you want when you feel thirst?

• Read

• Sleep

• Eat

• Drink

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Where might a bird sit?

• Couch

• Perch

• Bed

• Sink

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What sound does a bird make?

• Meow

• Bark

• Whistle

• Chirp

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What is described as 'very pretty'?

• Her book

• Her dress

• Her hat

• Her shoes

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Where do some people go on Sunday?

• Mall

• Park

• School

• Church

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What activity is associated with the ocean?

• Skating

• Cycling

• Surfing

• Hiking

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A