Learning about open and closed syllables helps students read multi-syllable words and distinguish where the word will be broken into a syllable.
Check out my TPT resource to practice open and closed syllables! It goes over the 6 easy steps to distinguish between open and closed syllables. It gives examples and practice worksheets as well.
It is a Google slide resource with companion printables.
Open and Closed Syllables. (Watch the video!)
Open and Closed Syllable Video
Click on this video to watch dividing syllables in action! It is an easy open and closed syllable practice strategy!
If you like this video…check out my Video Series page for more!
To learn more about the Orton Gillingham method of teaching phonics, visit my O.G. page!
What is the Difference Between an Open & Closed Syllable?
Open and Closed syllables can be tricky to teach. According to Pediaa…
“The main difference between open and closed syllable is that open syllable ends with a vowel whereas closed syllable ends with a consonant. A word may be made up of both open and closed syllables.”
I like to start simply by showing one-syllable words, then build into teaching multi-syllabic words. Watch this Reel to see how easy it can be.
Free Phonics Resource
Phonics can be tricky. English language rules ARE tricky! When teaching young learners all of these skills, teachers can sometimes become overwhelmed and frustrated.
If you haven’t downloaded the “Simple 10 Phonics Rules”, please download today. This is a FREE resource to keep handy by your teacher desk while teaching. This will include the top simple phonics rules for teachers and parents!
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