Introduction:
Welcome back, word explorers! Today, we’re going to have some fun with sounds that change as we say them. These special sounds are called diphthongs, and they add a little extra flavor to our words!
Part 1: What are Diphthongs?
- Diphthongs are vowel sounds that glide from one sound to another within the same syllable.
- Imagine you’re on a slide – you start at one point and smoothly slide down to another. That’s how diphthongs sound!
- We’ll focus on three common diphthongs today: /ɔɪ/, /aʊ/, and /oʊ/.
Part 2: Let’s Hear the Diphthongs
| Diphthong | Sound | Example Words |
|---|---|---|
| oi | /ɔɪ/ (like “oy” in “boy” or “oi” in “coin”) | boy, toy, coin, boil, soil, join |
| ou | /aʊ/ (like “ow” in “cow” or “ou” in “loud”) | cow, house, mouse, loud, proud, cloud |
| ow | /aʊ/ (like “ow” in “cow”) | cow, how, now, down |
| ow | /oʊ/ (like “o” in “go”) | low, slow, show, snow |
Activity: Listen and Repeat
- Listen carefully as I say each diphthong.
- Repeat each sound after me, making sure to glide smoothly from one vowel sound to the next.
- Now, let’s say the example words together, paying attention to the diphthong sounds.
Part 3: Reading Words with Diphthongs
- Let’s practice reading some words with diphthongs:
| Diphthong | Words |
|---|---|
| oi | join, boil, coin, voice, choice |
| ou | couch, ouch, mouse, proud, shout |
| ow (aʊ) | owl, towel, brown, crown, clown |
| ow (oʊ) | blow, grow, know, throw, window |
Activity: Diphthong Detective
- I will say a word.
- If the word has a diphthong, raise your hand.
- If you hear a diphthong, tell me which one it is (/ɔɪ/, /aʊ/, or /oʊ/).
Part 4: Writing Words with Diphthongs
- Let’s practice spelling words with diphthongs.
Activity: Fill in the Blank
- I want to buy a new t_ _ (toy).
- The cl_ _ _ s are blocking the sun. (clouds)
- The farmer has a br_ n c _. (brown cow)
- The wind will bl_ _ the leaves away. (blow)
Wrap-up:
- Diphthongs are fun and make our words sound interesting!
- Remember, they are two vowel sounds that blend together smoothly.
- Keep practicing to master these gliding sounds and improve your pronunciation!
Homework:
- Look for words with diphthongs in your favorite book or song.
- Write a sentence using a word with each of the diphthongs we learned today.
Additional Tips for Teachers:
- Use visual aids like pictures or flashcards to illustrate words with diphthongs.
- Play games like “Diphthong Memory” or “Diphthong Go Fish” to reinforce learning.
- Encourage students to identify diphthongs in everyday speech.
Let me know if you’d like more lessons on English pronunciation!
