Let’s face it. Knowing the six syllable types are critical for every student’s development of decoding skills. In this post, I will be sharing ways you can support your students in learning the 6 syllable types for mastery.
What would you do if you wanted to read this word?
magnetohydrodynamical
More likely, you would break it into smaller parts based on your knowledge of the rules of syllable types.
BEGINNING READERS HAVEN’T LEARNED THE SIX SYLLABLE TYPES
When beginners or struggling readers come to a new unknown word, what do we want them to do? We want them to have the knowledge and keys to be able to unlock those larger multisyllabic words. The Science of Reading has proven that learning these six types of syllables help readers become more fluent readers.
But what exactly are syllables?
A syllable is a single, unbroken sound of a spoken or written word. When students understand syllables, they are able to break down longer words into easier decodable parts. Once they understand the rules, they will be able to read even the most complex words.
What are the Six Syllable Types?
There are six syllable types. Knowing and understanding these types will empower even struggling readers to unlock multisyllabic words and read them fluently.
How does knowing the six syllable types help readers become better readers?
- Knowing the syllable types helps readers read complex multisyllabic words more effectively and fluently.
- Readers become empowered to read unknown words and increase their vocabularies.
- Students use their syllable knowledge to improve their spelling.
- The six syllable types align with The Science of Reading and Orton Gillingham.
How to teach the six syllable types:
Ready to teach this important skill? Here are some top tips to help.
- Begin with open and closed syllables. Open and closed syllables make up almost 75% of syllables. Click below for a fun activity to help your beginner readers understand open and closed syllables.
- Start with single syllable words and then move to more complex words.
- Teach each syllable type explicitly. Older students will need practice with multisyllabic words. Click here for differentiated, fun activities to help older students practice this important skill.
What ideas do you have to teach this important skill? Email me using the contact me form here and happy teaching!
