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Teacher showing students how to blend syllables using their fists

Syllables

What is syllable awareness? The ability to identify and isolate individual word parts at the syllable level

New to syllable awareness? Start with our step-by-step syllable awareness skill explainer.

Looking for teaching materials? Explore all of our resources on syllables below.

Teacher showing students how to blend syllables using their fists

Syllables
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Picture Cards for Student Practice with Phonemes
Use this free set of printable picture cards for independent student practice.
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Syllable Awareness Skill Explainer
Learn how and when to teach this skill, guide student practice, and assess learning.
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Word Recognition
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Syllable Awareness Skill Explainer
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Top Q&As About Syllable Awareness
We gathered expert answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Syllable Awareness, common challenges, teaching tips & more.
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Syllable Awareness Resource Hub for Teachers
Here you'll find all of the resources and activities recommended by Reading Universe for teaching Syllable Awareness.
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Sample Syllable Awareness Lesson Plans
Find sample lesson plans to teach Syllable Awareness in the classroom. Includes videos, free printables & support resources.
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Word Recognition
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Video: See Syllable Awareness in the Classroom
Watch a demonstration of how to teach Syllable Awareness. Reading Universe provides hands-on resources and teaching materials for teachers.
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Independent Student Practice with Syllable Awareness
Student practice is critical to building accuracy and fluency in Syllable Awareness. Find resources and activities to help you teach this reading skill.
Syllables
Word Recognition
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Explicitly Teach Syllable Awareness
Learn how to apply the gradual release of responsibility model to teaching Syllable Awareness using different examples.
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Word Recognition
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How to Teach Syllable Awareness
Learn how to explicitly teach Syllable Awareness, including introducing and defining the concept. Includes specific resources, examples, and tips.
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Word Recognition
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Prepare for Syllable Awareness Instruction
Learn what to do at the beginning of each lesson when teaching Syllable Awareness, such as reviewing relevant skills and defining concepts.
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Word Recognition
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When to Teach Syllable Awareness
Learn when to teach Syllable Awareness and the prerequisite skills students will need, and get resources for teaching this critical reading skill.
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An Overview of Syllable Awareness
Learn how and when to teach this skill, build fluency, and assess student learning.
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