Making Word Strings

During phonics we have been exploring word strings.  We start with a 3 letter word that has a consonant, vowel consonant pattern.  We break the word up into individual sounds and then write each sound down.  Next we brainstorm all the different rhyming words and sound them out until we have created a string of words that rhyme.  This technique teaches learners to isolate sounds and allows them the chance to practice recording what they can hear.