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K.1 Match pictures to short i words

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Understanding the Short I Sound

The short i makes the sound /Δ­/ like in the word igloo. This sound is quick and clear, and we hear it in many everyday words.

Examples of Short I Words:
  • i β†’ sit
  • i β†’ lip
  • i β†’ pig
  • i β†’ win
  • i β†’ dig
Helpful Hint

The short i sound is the same sound we hear in the beginning of the word β€œin.”

CVC Words with Short I

CVC words are made up of a consonant, vowel, and consonant. Many CVC words use the short i sound in the middle.

Examples:
  • p-i-n β†’ pin
  • s-i-t β†’ sit
  • w-i-n β†’ win
  • d-i-g β†’ dig
  • f-i-t β†’ fit
Helpful Hint

Tap each sound slowly, then blend them together. For example: /s/ - /Δ­/ - /t/ β†’ sit.

Word Families with Short I

Word families are groups of words that share the same ending pattern. Learning them helps us read and spell more quickly.

Examples:
  • -it family β†’ sit, fit, hit, kit
  • -in family β†’ pin, win, fin, bin
  • -ig family β†’ pig, dig, wig, big
Helpful Hint

Say the ending sound first, then add a beginning consonant. For example: start with -ig and add d β†’ dig.

Practicing Short I in Sentences

Reading short i words in sentences helps us practice fluency and confidence while reading.

Examples:
  • The pig can dig in the pit.
  • Kim will sit on the big rug.
  • The lid is on the tin.
  • Tim can win the big race.
Helpful Hint

First, read each sentence slowly. Then read it again more smoothly, listening for the short i sound each time.

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