Beginning Digraphs

A digraph is a combination of two letters that together represent a single sound. Beginning digraphs are pairs of letters that appear at the beginning of a word and make a unique sound. Some common beginning digraphs include: th, sh, ch, wh, and ph.

Study Guide:

Here are some activities and tips to help you practice and master beginning digraphs:

1. Read Aloud: Read books or passages with words containing beginning digraphs. Practice pronouncing the digraphs and pay attention to how they sound in different words.
2. Word Matching: Match pictures to words that contain beginning digraphs. This can help reinforce the connection between the digraph and its sound.
3. Sorting Game: Create a sorting game where you have cards with words containing beginning digraphs. Ask the student to sort the cards based on the digraph they hear at the beginning of the word.
4. Writing Practice: Have the student practice writing words with beginning digraphs. Encourage them to pay attention to the specific letters that make up the digraph.
5. Word Hunt: Go on a word hunt around the house or classroom to find objects or items that have names with beginning digraphs. This can help reinforce the connection between the digraph and real-life objects.

By practicing these activities, students can become more familiar and comfortable with recognizing and using beginning digraphs in their reading and writing.