Analyzing Nonsense Words and Patterns

In this phonics lesson, students learn about vowel patterns and syllable division rules. The teacher introduces the VCV pattern using words like 'wafer' and 'gravy', emphasizing the importance of identifying vowels and consonants for proper word division. The lesson includes practice with nonsense words to reinforce the concepts taught.

What sound is common in the words 'wafer' and 'gravy'?

• o

• e

• a

• i

What should you look for before coding a word?

• Vowels

• Prefixes

• Suffixes

• Consonants

What is an example of obvious coding?

• Suffixes

• Vowels

• Prefixes

• Digraphs

How many vowels are in the word 'wafer'?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What is the new vowel pattern introduced in this lesson?

• VCV

• CVVC

• CCV

• VCCV

Where is the division line drawn in the word 'wafer'?

• After the 'a'

• After the 'w'

• After the 'e'

• After the 'f'

What is placed above the 'a' in the word 'wafer'?

• Accent

• Breve

• Macron

• Dot

What is the role of 'er' in the word 'wafer'?

• Digraph

• Suffix

• Prefix

• Combination

What role does 'y' play in the word 'gravy'?

• Consonant

• Suffix

• Prefix

• Vowel

What sound does the 'y' make in 'gravy'?

• o

• i

• e

• a