The short u makes the sound /ŭ/ like in the word sun. This sound is quick and relaxed, and we hear it in many everyday words.
The short u sound is the same sound we hear in the middle of the word “up.”
CVC words are made up of a consonant, vowel, and consonant. Many CVC words use the short u sound in the middle position.
Say each sound slowly, then blend them together. For example: /c/ - /ŭ/ - /p/ → cup.
Word families are groups of words with the same ending pattern. They help us see patterns in spelling and reading.
Say the ending first, then add a beginning sound. For example: start with -un and add r → run.
Reading short u words in sentences helps us build fluency and practice reading in context.
Read each sentence slowly the first time. Then read again with smoothness, listening for the short u sound.