
Version B: Exploring the Sounds of /g/, /o/, and /u/
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A comprehensive exploration of the sounds produced by the letters /g/, /o/, and /u/. Learn about their phonetic properties, pronunciation variations, and common usage in different languages.
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Poll
How was the homework assignment from last week?
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Multiple Choice
What sound does the letter 'g' make in the word 'goat'?
The letter 'g' makes the sound /ɡ/ in the word 'goat'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /t/ in the word 'goat'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /d/ in the word 'goat'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /k/in the word 'goat'.
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Multiple Choice
What sound does the letter 'g' make in the word 'gate'?
The letter 'g' makes the sound /ɡ/ in the word 'gate'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /a/ in the word 'gate'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /e/ in the word 'gate'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /c/ in the word 'gate'.
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Multiple Choice
What sound does the letter 'g' make in the word 'big'?
The letter 'g' makes the sound /k/ in the word 'big'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /g/ in the word 'big'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /j/ in the word 'big'.
The letter 'g' makes the sound /b/ in the word 'big'.
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Dropdown
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Exploring /g/, /o/, and /u/ Sounds
Learn the sounds /g/, /o/, and /u/ in this Phonics lesson. Practice saying /g/ words like gate, big, plug, and frog. Recognize the letter 'g' and its sound. Use the words 'get' and 'gap' to reinforce the /g/ sound. Let's dive into the world of /g/, /o/, and /u/ sounds!
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Multiple Select
What sounds are being practiced in this lesson?
/g/
/o/
/u/
/t/
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/o/ Trivia
Did you know? The sound /o/ is often represented by the letter 'o' in words like 'dog' and 'hot'. It is a vowel sound that can be found in many common words in the English language. Keep practicing to master this important sound!
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Draw

Can you write a word that has the /o/ sound in it?
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Exploring the Sounds of /g/, /o/, and /u/:
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Multiple Choice
Which sound is explored in the next slide?
g
o
u
a
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Multiple Choice
How many sounds can you hear in the word 'bug'?
Three sounds: /b/, /ʌ/, /g/
Five sounds: /b/, /u/, /g/, /b/, /g/
Two sounds: /bu/, /g/
Four sounds: /b/, /u/, /g/
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Drag and Drop
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Audio Response
Which of the following sounds does the letter 'u' make in the word 'bus'? /ɔː/, /ʌ/, /aɪ/ and /iː/.

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Trivia: The Sound 'u'
Did you know? The sound 'u' is a vowel sound that is made by rounding the lips and producing a short, relaxed sound. It is commonly found in words like 'cup', 'sun', and 'fun'. The 'u' sound is also known as a 'short u' sound and is represented by the letter 'u' in the English alphabet.
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Multiple Choice
What sound does the letter 'u' make in the word 'cup'?
The letter 'u' makes the sound /t/ in the word 'cup'.
The letter 'u' makes the sound /i/ in the word 'cup'.
The letter 'u' makes the sound /g/ in the word 'cup'.
The letter 'u' makes the sound /u/ in the word 'cup'.
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Poll
How are you feeling now with the lesson?
Keep going! I understand.
I'm little confused.
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Exploring /o/ Sound
Words with /o/ sound: dog, hot, mop
/o/ word list: top, pot, dot, pod, dog, hop, mop, hog, cod, cog, cot, got, hot, nod, not, pop, sock, tock, rock, mock, dock, pond, spot, rod, drop, trod, stop, cost, odd, moss, cross
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following words contains the /o/ sound?
top
pot
rock
moss
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Rock and Roll
Trivia: Did you know that the word rock is derived from the Old English word 'roccian' meaning 'to move back and forth'? Rock music gets its name from the rhythmic and energetic movement it creates. So, the word 'rock' not only contains the /o/ sound but also represents the essence of the genre!
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Exploring /g/, /o/, and /u/ Sounds
Learn about the sounds of /g/, /o/, and /u/ in words like mud, cup, and umbrella. Practice blending and matching sounds with examples like sun, mug, and dug. Expand your vocabulary with a list of /u/ words. Discover the fun of phonics!
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Multiple Choice
What sound does the letter 'o' make in the word 'pot'?
The letter 'o' in the word 'pot' makes the 'o' sound.
The letter 'o' in the word 'pot' makes the /e/ sound.
'pot' makes the silent sound.
The letter 'o' in the word 'pot' makes the short vowel sound /a/.
The letter 'o' in the word 'pot' makes the sound /u/.
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Multiple Choice
What is the focus of the passage 'Exploring the Sounds of /g/, /o/, and /u/'?
Blending and matching sounds
Expanding vocabulary with /u/ words
Learning about the sounds of /g/, /o/, and /u
Discovering the fun of phonics
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Multiple Choice
How many sounds can you hear in the word 'sun'?
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Audio Response
Your friend was absent today. Pretend ... Share what you would say if you had to explain the lesson to your friend.

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Exploring Sounds:
Learning about the sounds of /g/, /o/, and /u/. Discover the fascinating world of phonics and how these sounds are used in language. Expand your vocabulary with /u/ words and enhance your blending and matching skills. Get ready to have fun while exploring the sounds of /g/, /o/, and /u/!
A comprehensive exploration of the sounds produced by the letters /g/, /o/, and /u/. Learn about their phonetic properties, pronunciation variations, and common usage in different languages.
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