Elementary Reading Rule: Short before Two

If you need to work with students on reading and writing words that include a vowel followed by two consonants (e.g., little), sum up your teaching with a poem that uses made-up words: “Ms. Huggle lives in the village of Popple…”

HOW IS THIS USED?

• Elementary students can read the poem individually and then do a drawing.
• The teacher can read the poem and have students write the double consonant words.
• The poem can be hung in your classroom.

I’ve included all three ideas in this 6-page resource. Enjoy!

p.s. One of my hats is being a reading specialist.