digraph match game

English Language Arts

• The child has learned to identify and match digraphs, such as "ch," "sh," and "th," in words.
• They have practiced reading words with digraphs and recognizing the corresponding sounds.
• The activity has helped them develop their phonics skills and improve their decoding abilities.
• They have also gained familiarity with common digraph patterns and how they can change the pronunciation of words.

For continued development, encourage the child to create their own digraph match game using index cards or paper cut into squares. They can write different words with various digraphs on each card and mix them up to play the game with a friend or family member. This will reinforce their understanding of digraphs and provide additional practice in reading and decoding.

Book Recommendations

• The Chick and the Shrimp by John Himmelman: This picture book follows the story of a chick and a shrimp who become unlikely friends. The book includes a lot of words with the "ch" and "sh" digraphs, providing an engaging way for the child to practice their digraph recognition.
• Thelma the Unicorn by Aaron Blabey: Thelma dreams of being a glamorous unicorn and one day her wish comes true. This humorous book features the "th" digraph prominently and can be a fun way for the child to practice reading words with this digraph.
• Sharks and Other Sea Creatures by DK: This non-fiction book introduces various sea creatures, including sharks, and provides information about their habitat, behavior, and characteristics. The child can practice identifying words with the "sh" digraph while learning about fascinating sea creatures.