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Syllables!

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Syllables are the parts of words and breaking down the smaller parts of words can help you read and write longer, trickier words. Let's take a look at what a syllable is and how we can find syllables in words with this video!

Understanding syllables can help you sound out longer, trickier words as you are reading and writing. This can help you learn new words AND focus more of your brain energy on understanding what you are reading and crafting what you're writing. Syllables can come in really handy as you work towards becoming a better reader and writer!

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