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For young learners and those acquiring English as a Second Language, the English language can present a number of challenges. One such hurdle is the ‘Y long I’ sound. Unlike the short “i” sound in ‘sit’, the ‘Y long I’ sound stretches out, like in ‘fly’, ‘cry’, and ‘cycle’. Here’s …

With numerous spelling patterns posing challenges to both native and non-native speakers of the English language, teachers can use a little help. One such pattern that often trips up learners is the ‘EIGH long A’ sound. Found in words like ‘eight’, ‘weigh’, and ‘freight’, this spelling combination can be particularly …