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Syllables are the beats that are in a word. Did you know there are different kinds of syllables? Understanding the different kinds of syllables can help you tackle new words when you are reading or writing. Let's watch this video to learn about two of the special kinds of syllables!

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Still a little confused about what a syllable actually is? Take a peek at this TED-Ed lesson to learn more about syllables.Want to spend a little more time learning about open and closed syllables? Learn along with this video. Then, put your skills to the test with this word sort.Think you are ready to tackle open and closed syllables in more complex words? Learn about syllable division in this video.

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