Identifying the 'I' Sound in Words

The video tutorial introduces the I sound, focusing on its split diagraph form. It explains how the letters 'i' and 'e' create the I sound when separated by another letter. The instructor uses a magic box to demonstrate words like 'knife', 'five', and 'time' that contain the I sound. The tutorial includes writing exercises to form the I sound and reading practice with words such as 'five', 'slide', and 'time'. The session concludes with encouragement for students to practice and feel proud of their learning.

What is a split digraph?

• Three letters that make a sound

• Two letters that make a sound but are separated by another letter

• Two letters that make a sound and are next to each other

• A single letter that makes a sound

Which of the following combinations can make the 'I' sound?

• e and i

• o and u

• a and e

• i and e

In the word 'knife', where is the 'I' sound?

• At the end

• In the middle

• At the beginning

• There is no 'I' sound

Which word contains the 'I' sound?

• Sun

• Cat

• Five

• Dog

What is the purpose of the magic box in the video?

• To play music

• To store writing tools

• To find examples of the 'I' sound

• To show pictures

Which of the following is a correct example of the 'I' sound?

• Sun

• Dog

• Cat

• Knife

What is the correct order to write the 'I' sound?

• Write 'e' and 'i' together

• Write 'i' and 'e' together

• Write 'i', then 'e', with a space for a middle letter

• Write 'e', then 'i', with a space for a middle letter

What is the first step in writing the letter 'i'?

• Start at the bottom and go up

• Start at the top and go down

• Start at the bottom and go down

• Start in the middle and go up

What should you do before starting to write the 'I' sound?

• Clap your hands

• Jump up and down

• Stretch your fingers and roll your shoulders

• Close your eyes

Which of the following is not a step in writing the letter 'e'?

• Go round

• Go up

• Go down

• Start at the top