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Magic e wordsHere is a list of common magic e words - it is by no means an exhaustive list! The magic e on the end of the word - for example in the word pane, makes the a in the word say its name. ie its name in the alphabet. This is called a long a as opposed to a short a as in the word pan. The a-e in the word pane is also known as a split digraph. Many children have trouble with the magic e concept. How to helpDraw pictures on the cards below (or ask your children to) in order to illustrate these words. Try sorting the list into words with a short vowel (tap) and those with a long vowel (tape). Let the child discover what effect the 'magic e' has on the end of each of the words. 'Magic e' Words
Remember that spelling magic e words can take a considerable amount of repetition. Never assume that after one or two sessions the student has 'got it'. Educational software such as Wordshark, for example, is used widely in schools and combines the excitement of computer games with the serious task of learning to read and spell. Teaching resources such as these are invaluable in helping children to grasp the concept of 'Magic e' words. If you are a parent with a dyslexic child, this page is full of advice and resources you can use at home. If you are a teacher of a dyslexic child, this page details things that I've found useful in my work as a dyslexia tutor.
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