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Skill Explainer

Rhyming Skill Explainer

Erin Kosteva, M.Ed.

3. Prepare for Rhyming Instruction

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Rhyming Word List

Use this list of rhyming words to help plan instruction.

4 images on a sheet of paper that can be cut to flash cards

Reading Universe Picture Cards for Instruction

Use this free set of printable picture cards for phonological awareness instruction.

A series of images that can be cut into flash cards

Reading Universe Picture Cards for Student Activities

Use this free set of printable picture cards for independent student practice.

No Spelling in Rhyming

As you teach the lesson, avoid having students look at the spelling of a word to determine if it rhymes. Rhyming is an oral task and should not be confused with the spelling of a word. After all, not all rimes are spelled the same way even though they rhyme — for example, puff and rough.

You can use felt squares or other manipulatives as placeholders for the onset and rime, if you would like to provide a visual representation. This may be helpful for students who don’t catch on easily.

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