Phonogram Reading: Double Letters

Phonograms represent sounds that require two or more letters. Learning these unlocks thousands of English words that can't be read with single-letter knowledge alone.

• Framework: Montessori
• Unit: Language
• Learning area: Reading
• Level: Ages 4-6

Objectives

• Read words with double-letter phonograms (sh, ch, th, ck, etc.)
• Understand that two letters can make one sound
• Expand decoding skills
• Build phonogram recognition

Materials

• Phonogram cards (sh, ch, th, ck, wh, qu)
• Word lists for each phonogram
• Phonogram booklets
• Phonogram object boxes

Instructions

1. Present phonogram card: 'sh.' 2. 'These two letters together say /sh/.' 3. Trace and say /sh/. 4. Read words: ship, shop, fish, wish. 5. Sort: words with sh at beginning vs. end. 6. Add to phonogram reference chart. 7. Find phonogram words in books.

Educator tip

Introduce phonograms after children are confident with single-letter sounds. The 'green series' in Montessori language introduces these systematically.

Assessment

Child reads words containing target phonograms in isolation and in connected text.

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• Booklet Reading: Green Series
• Partner Reading: Buddy System
• Reading Comprehension: Story Maps