1. Syllables
1. All words have syllables. A word might have one, two, or even more
syllables.
2. Reading has two syllables: read (clap)—ing (clap). Clap as you say
each syllable to demonstrate the breaking sound between syllables
3. Examples:
(1)Red has one syllable: red (clap).
(2) Purple has two syllables: pur (clap)—ple(clap).”
4. Now you try. Clap your hands for each syllable in the word
happy.
Words to practice breaking into syllables
syllable (3) mice ( ) computer ( ) watermelon ( )
window ( ) truck ( ) paper ( ) chicken ( )
yellow ( ) toys ( ) elephant ( ) banana ( )
Source:
http://www.kidspot.com.au/schoolzone//Reading-and-writing-Speech-Syllables-and-explaining-them-to-your-child+4115+308+article.htm
Game Time
Let’s Break it Up!
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Date:20140501