Daily(ish) Decodable: When "s" makes the "z" sound

The Daily(ish) Decodable program uses a standard format to work through one sound per day. There are simple instructions for you, the parent or caregiver, and any words in big bold letters are meant for your child to read out loud. 

Today we're going to review words where the “s” makes a “z” sound, like “visit” and “prison.” Start here if your child needs a refresher on this sound.

You can review all of the prior lessons here. 

Rhyme It

Parents, read the following words out loud. Then ask your child which one does NOT rhyme with the others?

spin

dizzy

busy

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Say It

Have your child point to and blend the word "his" three times:

h is

h is

his

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Blend It

Have your child read these words out loud:

as

has

nose

rose

cheese

ease

easy

desert

reason

raisin

Read It

Have your child read the passage below out loud.

Ramadan

This month is Ramadan, one of the most important events in the Islamic world. It is said like “rah-muh-don.”

People who celebrate Ramadan are known as Muslims.

Ramadan lasts for one month, and Muslims fast for the entire time. That means they do not eat for the whole day, from dawn, when the sun comes up, to sunset, when the sun sets in the sky.

Ramadan is also a time for faith and for families. At sunset, Muslim families eat a meal together, pray, and use the time to think and reflect. 

At the end of Ramadan, Muslims gather together to celebrate, eat, and share small gifts. 

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Explain It

Now have your child answer a couple questions about the story:

1. What is Ramadan?

2. What does the word "fasting" mean when it comes to food?