R-Controlled Sounds and Spelling

In this video, the teacher reviews Unit 9, focusing on reading and spelling words with R-controlled vowel combinations: ER, IR, and UR. The video explains the spelling option procedure to determine the correct spelling of words with these sounds. It also covers combining R-controlled vowels with other syllable types and provides examples. The video concludes with trick words for Unit 9 and a fun spelling activity involving group work and decision-making on correct spellings.

What are the three R-controlled combinations introduced in Unit 9?

• ER, IR, UR

• IR, OR, UR

• AR, OR, ER

• AR, ER, IR

Why is it important to use the spelling option procedure for R-controlled words?

• To find the correct spelling among similar-sounding options

• To change the meaning of the word

• To ensure the word sounds correct

• To make the word longer

What is the first step in building a word with an R-controlled sound?

• Choose a random spelling

• Use a blank letter tile for the R-controlled sound

• Write the word in a sentence

• Ask a friend for help

Which R-controlled combination is used in the word 'first'?

• UR

• IR

• AR

• ER

What is the correct spelling option for the word 'bird'?

• UR

• ER

• AR

• IR

Which R-controlled combination is used in the word 'burn'?

• UR

• AR

• ER

• IR

When combining R-controlled sounds with other syllable types, which example was given?

• Learn

• Burn

• Bird

• Termite

What is the correct spelling option for the word 'termite'?

• AR

• UR

• ER

• IR

What is a tip for spelling R-controlled words at the end of multi-syllable words?

• Use UR

• Always use IR

• Use ER

• Use any option that looks right

Which R-controlled combination is used in the word 'hunger'?

• AR

• UR

• IR

• ER