Exploring the Long and Short Sounds of Vowel 'A'

In this video tutorial, Mrs. Smarty introduces the concept of vowels, focusing on the letter 'A'. The letter 'A' is presented as a 'troublemaker' due to its ability to change sounds. The video explores the long and short sounds of 'A', with examples and interactions between Mrs. Smarty and the letter 'A'. The tutorial includes practice exercises for students to identify and pronounce words with both long and short 'A' sounds. The session concludes with a recap and encouragement for students to continue practicing.

What are the five letters that are considered troublemakers?

• A, B, C, D, E

• A, E, I, O, U

• A, B, E, I, U

• A, E, I, O, Y

Which letter is the first vowel and also the first letter of the alphabet?

• E

• A

• C

• B

What sound does the letter A make when it is in a word with another vowel?

• Long sound

• Mixed sound

• Short sound

• Silent sound

In the word 'Jane', why does the letter A make a long sound?

• Because it is at the end

• Because it is at the beginning

• Because it is followed by a consonant

• Because there is another vowel (E) in the word

What is the short sound of the letter A?

• Oh

• Ah

• Uh

• Eh

When does the letter A make a short sound?

• When it is the only vowel in the word

• When it is at the end of the word

• When it is followed by another vowel

• When it is at the beginning of the word

What example word was used to demonstrate the short sound of A?

• Can

• Tape

• Jane

• Maid

Which word contains a long A sound?

• Tap

• Cane

• Mad

• Can

Which word contains a short A sound?

• Mad

• Tape

• Cane

• Maid

What did the letter A say it likes to do for fun?

• Trick the kids

• Read books

• Sing

• Dance