Introduction:

Begin by explaining what a vowel digraph is. Emphasize that it’s a combination of two vowels (in this case, A and R or O and R) that create a specific sound. Show examples of words containing the AR and OR digraphs, such as “star,” “corn,” “farm,” and “fork.”

Word Practice:

Provide a list of words with AR and OR digraphs. These could include simple words like “car,” “jar,” “horn,” “torch,” and “barn.” Have students practice writing these words neatly on the worksheet.

Reading Sentences:

Create sentences using AR and OR words. For instance: “The car raced down the street.” “The farmer planted seeds in the field. The horse galloped across the meadow.” Ask students to read these sentences aloud, emphasizing the digraph sounds.

Illustrations:

Include pictures alongside the words or sentences. Visual cues help reinforce the connection between the digraphs and their corresponding sounds.

Spelling Rules:

Discuss any spelling rules related to AR and OR. For example: AR: Usually found in the middle of words (e.g., “guitar,” “park”).

OR: Often occurs at the end of words (e.g., “door,” “floor”).

Practice Activities:

Engage students in activities like word searches, matching AR/OR words to their meanings, or creating their own sentences using these digraphs. 

Remember to keep the activities engaging and age appropriate. Encourage students to explore words, practice pronunciation, and enjoy the process of learning phonics!