Chunking words activities

This week I'll be working with my students on the strategy of finding chunks that you do know in words. I made this page of words to practice this skill with them. These are words that my students probably can't read on their own, but I'm hoping this practice will show them how to they can figure out how to read bigger words. Click on the picture to get your own copy. A FABULOUS resource I've found for teaching reading comprehension is Read Works. The best part is that it's FREE!!! You guys…

Chunky Monkey is such a helpful reading strategy for beginning readers! Read tips for helping your students decode words by finding chunks!

Explore a comprehensive phonics and chunk spelling program designed specifically for first graders. This curriculum offers engaging and effective strategies to enhance early reading and spelling skills, making learning fun and impactful for young students.

Teaching how to chunk new words. Be explicit.

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