Teaching 'went'
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The video emphasizes the importance of differentiating 'we' and 'went' to avoid confusion. It highlights the challenges in word analysis and the significance of recognising phonic patterns. Denyse introduces the concept of orthography and common patterns in words, explaining the benefits of building orthography. The power of phonics in enhancing reading and writing skills is underscored, along with the concept of synthetic phonics.
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What does the word 'went' mean?
The word 'went' means that someone has been somewhere or that an action has happened in the past.
What is orthography?
Orthography refers to the conventional spelling system of a language.
Why is the letter 'W' important in the word 'went'?
The letter 'W' is important in the word 'went' because it represents the sound 'w' at the beginning of the word.
What is a blend in the context of words?
In the context of words, a blend refers to two or more consonant sounds that occur consecutively.
What is synthetic phonics?
Synthetic phonics is an approach to teaching reading and spelling that emphasizes blending individual sounds together to form words.
Why is it beneficial to teach 'we' and 'went' together?
Teaching 'we' and 'went' together helps children understand the different sounds the letter 'e' can make and builds their orthographic knowledge.
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