A "long vowel" refers to a vowel sound that is pronounced for a longer duration than usual. It is held for a longer time and sounds more noticeable and distinct compared to a "short vowel" which is shorter and softer. Full definition
A kindergarten teacher has noticed that one of the leveled reading groups is struggling to decode words with long vowel sounds. (goalbookapp.com)
The kindergarten curriculum covers all consonants, short vowels, digraphs, blends, and rime patterns, with long vowel words being introduced in the later weeks of this curriculum. (literacyresourcesinc.com)
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