Magic - E Games for 1st Graders

The Mysterious Ways of the Magic ‘E’

Did you know that the letters are always playing magic on one another? They’re constantly making mischief – adding new sounds, changing sounds, and even eating away sounds of some letters. One example is the Magic ‘E’. Every vowel is wary of it because it changes the short vowel sound to the letter sound. Take a look at what happens and how you can help your child with the letter.

Befriending the Magic ‘E’

Remember to introduce the magic ‘E’ only after your child is entirely comfortable with the short vowel sound and has learned to read and make simple CVC words using them. It will help eliminate a lot of confusion as they progress.

When introducing the concept, use an actual wand that has the letter ‘E’ in it. Add it to the end of the word each time, and remove it to show sound change.

When the magic ‘E’ is added at the end, the short vowel changes to the letter sound. Look at the words ‘rip’ and ‘ripe.’ Notice how ‘rip’ has the short ‘i’ sound. When the magic ‘e’ comes in, the sound of ‘i’ changes to become just like the letter ‘i’ sounds itself (you pronounce it like ‘eye’). It is true for all vowel sounds that change with the magic ‘E.’ You can try and see for yourself.

An important rule to remember is that the magic ‘E’ only works when there is just one consonant between the vowel and magic ‘E’ – like ‘tap’ and ‘tape.’ In all cases, the magic ‘E’ is silent. When it goes away, so does the long sound.

The best way to help your kids practice is through online learning games on SplashLearn that bring you several words and repetitive practice with the sound. The magic ‘e’ concept is one that only requires reinforcement and practice to perfect.

Motivate Your Budding Magician with SplashLearn

Children can make magic with their skills too. But they need you to be motivating and patient. Encourage their little wins, and hold back if you notice your kids struggling. They may need some more time before you take it forward. Your support is as critical as your encouragement.

To help the world of magic come alive and see it sprinkled through various words, introduce your child to the world of SplashLearn’s magic ‘E’ – explored and demonstrated through interactive games and techniques.

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