Lesson 116
ough /aw/, /ō/
The grapheme OUGH can spell /aw/ and /ō/
There are multiple variations in pronunciation of these sounds based on regional dialect.
Today's plan
about 15 min- Step 1Warm up our ears (blend & segment)2 min
- Steps 2 & 3Look & Say / Listen & Spell4 min
- Step 4Blending drill3 min
- Step 5New concept + read/spell6 min
Warm Up Our Ears
Say the sounds; students blend them into a word. Then say a word; students break it apart.
Blend it (teacher says sounds → you say word)
Break it (I say word → you say sounds)
Flashcard Drills
Full-screen cards for the class. Tap a card to check the answer, or press Hear the words to hear the example words read aloud.
Blending Drill
Change one part at a time and read the new word.
New Concept
Today we learn that the grapheme OUGH can spell two sounds, /aw/ and /ō/.
Highlighted words are the ones to show and practice reading — tap one to hear it.
OUGH is a grapheme that can represent two sounds, /aw/ and /ō/. ough /aw/: OUGH can spell /aw/ like in the words and . When OUGH spells /aw/ it is usually followed by T. ough /ō/: OUGH can also spell /ō/ like in the words and . OUGH usually spells /ō/ at the end of a word.
ough /aw/
OUGH spells /aw/ like bought and fought, usually followed by T.
ough /ō/
OUGH spells /ō/ like although and dough, usually at the end of a word.
How our mouth moves
Review articulatory gestures, as needed.