Phonics: AI Sound/Words (Digraph)

Introduction

Today, let's dive into the exciting world of phonics, specifically focusing on a new digraph: ai. A digraph is a combination of two letters that come together to make one sound. In this case, the letters a and i form the sound "ay".

Practice Time

To help with this phonics lesson, we will practice this sound together. Let’s start:

My turn: Say "ai"
Your turn: Now it's your turn! "ai"

Let's try it in different voices for some fun!

Whisper voice: "ai"
Silly voice: "ai"

Well done! Now, let’s think of some words that contain this sound.

Words with the AI Sound

Rain: In the winter, we often see lots of rain. Your turn: "rain."
Hail: When it gets really cold, we might experience hail. Your turn: "hail."
Mail: We receive letters and packages through our mail. Your turn: "mail."
Tail: Animals have a long and fluffy tail. Your turn: "tail."
Snail: A very slow and slimy creature that lives in a shell is called a snail. Your turn: "snail."

That last one was tricky! Let’s try speeding it up: "snail."

I am so impressed with your efforts today! Keep practicing this sound, and you'll be ready to master more sounds. Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel for our next sound lesson. If you enjoyed this video, please give it a thumbs up!

Have a wonderful day, and see you next time!

Keywords

Digraph
AI sound
Phonics
Rain
Hail
Mail
Tail
Snail

FAQ

Q1: What is a digraph?
A digraph is a combination of two letters that together produce one sound.

Q2: What sound does the AI digraph make?
The AI digraph makes the sound "ay."

Q3: Can you give examples of words with the AI sound?
Yes, examples include rain, hail, mail, tail, and snail.

Q4: How can I practice the AI sound at home?
You can practice by repeating the sound and trying to think of words that contain the AI digraph.