Vowel Sounds and Syllable Types

The video tutorial introduces second graders to vowel teams, focusing on those that produce the long 'O' sound, such as 'oa', 'oe', and 'ow'. It includes drill practice, word building, and tapping out words. The lesson also covers syllable types, compound words, and trick words like 'Monday', 'Tuesday', and 'cousin'. Students are encouraged to write these words in their notebooks and practice spelling. The session emphasizes phonics and aims to enhance reading and writing skills.

What sound does the vowel team 'ai' make in the word 'bait'?

• oh

• ee

• ay

• oo

Which of the following is a short vowel sound?

• e in 'bed'

• u in 'burn'

• a in 'play'

• o in 'boat'

What is the sound of the vowel team 'oa' in the word 'boat'?

• ow

• ee

• oh

• ay

When 'oe' is together as a vowel team, what sound does it make?

• ee

• oh

• ay

• ow

What sound does 'ow' make in the word 'snow'?

• ay

• oh

• ee

• ow

How many syllables are in the word 'below'?

• 2

• 4

• 1

• 3

What type of syllable is the first syllable in 'below'?

• Closed

• Open

• Double vowel

• R-controlled

What is the vowel team in the word 'toe'?

• oa

• oe

• ow

• ay

How many syllables are in the word 'tiptoe'?

• 1

• 3

• 4

• 2

What type of syllable is 'tip' in the word 'tiptoe'?

• R-controlled

• Double vowel

• Open

• Closed