Original Promptcreate slides for r controlled vowel syllables. Week long unit.
Include word ladders each day. breaking apart words each day
This phonics unit focuses on the concept of 'Bossy R' where the letter 'R' influences the sounds of the vowels that come before it, creating r-controlled vowel sounds. The weekly scope includes sounds such as 'ar' from 'star', 'or' from 'fork', 'er' from 'her', 'ir' from 'bird', and 'ur' from 'surf'. The preparation guide suggests the use of whiteboards, letter tiles, segmenting mats, and printed word ladders to facilitate learning. Daily activities include using scaffolded word ladders for progressive growth in decoding skills, understanding r-controlled patterns, and engaging in interactive exercises to identify and utilize these sounds in words. The unit also emphasizes group participation and peer practice to enhance word recognition and reading fluency with targeted lessons on each sound over the course of the week.