Sample Words From List
brightly
describe
higher
machine
highway
ninety
forgive
combine
slightly
advice
sidewalk
arrive
Take a look at the sample words.
What do you notice about these words?
They have a long i sound. They are two syllables. Some of the words have the long i in the first syllable and some in the second.
What is the meaning of lightning and lightening?
lightning - the flash of light in the sky caused by electricity
lightening - making lighter
What is the meaning of advice and advise?
advice - an opinion about what to do
advise - to give an opinion about what to do
How might we sort these words?
By the long i sound and whether it is in the first or second syllable.
Let's practice sorting the words. Practice Sort
Why are favorite, forgive, and machine oddballs?
Because they do not have a long i sound.