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Learn to read | Phonics for kids | Long I Vowels

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A, E, I, O, and U-- Every word has to have a vowel! But did you know that vowels can have more than one sound? Most people begin learning vowels by their short vowel sounds. Vowels, however, can also be paired up with other letters that help them to say their name. Today we're going to find out what happens when the letter i is paired up with certain letters. Who will help i make its long sound…

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Was this your first time learning about "Magic E?" Do you want to learn more about this special vowel pattern? Check out this video to learn more about the story of "Magic E."Curious about what letters help A, E, O, or U make their long vowel sounds? Take a look at this long vowel video.

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