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It is an exciting journey filled with discoveries when learning to read. However, deciphering the various sounds letters can make often presents a challenge. While the letter ‘a’ typically produces a short A sound, like in ‘cat’ or ‘fan’, the ‘ai’ combination unveils a different sound – the long A …

The exciting journey of learning to read is filled with discoveries. One key step is understanding how letters make different sounds. While the letter ‘a’ often makes a short A sound, like in ‘man’ and ‘cat’, it can also create a long A sound, as in ‘day’ and ‘play’. Mastering …

English, a language renowned for its complexities, often presents challenges for both native and non-native speakers. One such hurdle lies in the unpredictable nature of vowel sounds, with the letter ‘a’ being a prime culprit as in the uncommon pattern of ‘EA long A’ sound. Words like ‘great’, ‘break’, and …

English, a complex language, often presents learners with unexpected challenges. One such hurdle is the unpredictable nature of vowel sounds. While the letter ‘a’ commonly produces a short A sound as in ‘cat’, it can also represent a long A sound, as in ‘cake’. An even more perplexing territory is …

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 …