Break Into Syllables: Use Phonics and Your Ears to Read and Spell Big Words!
For many children reading multiple syllable words is an arduous task. Parents worry. Children suffer. I help students build confidence and excel in reading, writing, and test preparation so they can achieve their academic goals and thrive.
Miss Sue MA MLIS
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(13)
What's included
5 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Certificate of CompletionCertificate of Completion
Please schedule time for your student to read out loud to you 20 minutes daily. Catch mistakes when they occur, but give the student time to sound out words. I also offer a class where they read to me if it is hard to get them to read to you.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Inquire about $20 off coupon for registering and paying in December 2024. Here’s an outline of a structured lesson plan for how to read multi-syllable words using phonics and syllable-breaking techniques: Students will learn to read longer words by breaking them into smaller parts (e.g., elephant, fantastic). Every syllable has one vowel sound. Longer words are made up of several syllables. Clap and count syllables in common words (e.g., banana = 3 syllables, computer = 3 syllables) Review common sounds and letter patterns (blends, digraphs, etc.). Open syllables (e.g., "ba-" in "baby"), closed syllables (e.g., "bat"), silent-e syllables (e.g., "cake"). Examples (e.g., hap/pen, mag/ic) Recognize root words and prefixes/suffixes to help break down bigger words (e.g., “unhappy” = “un-” + “happy”).
Learning Goals
Identify syllables, and the 6 syllable typesBlend each syllable together
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Vowels, Phoneme Isolation
Review long and short vowels and their hand movement; learn the sounds of digraphs. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Segmentation
Divide a spoken word into its component sounds (phonemes); “stretch” the phonemes. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Phoneme Deletion
Remove a phoneme from a two-sound blend. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
More about vowels
R-controlled vowels; vowel-consonant-e; vowel-consonant-le; vowel teams. 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
As a parent, you want your child to succeed and feel confident in school, but when challenges like ADHD or dyslexia make learning harder, it can feel overwhelming. I have strategies to help them fulfill their potential in school.
Pre-Requisites
Students need to have mastered short vowel one syllable words. This course is for students who have hit a wall when trying to read multisyllabic words.
Supply List
Post-it notes, composition book
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2024
5.0
13reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Washington Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Information Technology from University of Washington
Master's Degree in Theatre Arts from University of Washington
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Washington
You want your child to feel confident with reading and spelling, but the frustration of big words and tricky concepts can be discouraging for both of you. Are you looking for expert guidance to help your student thrive in reading, writing, or test preparation?
With 40 years of experience as a certified teacher and librarian, I specialize in helping K-12 students master literacy and achieve academic success. Trained in the Science of Reading and structured literacy, I provide hands-on, personalized tutoring on Zoom. Whether you're preparing for Catholic school or independent prep school admissions, boosting reading comprehension, or supporting a homeschool journey, I can help your student succeed.
Let’s unlock your student’s full potential!
Parent of 5th Grade Girl and 8th Grade Boy, Cincinnati Country Day
"Sue is an excellent tutor! Her thoughtful, insightful approach goes above and beyond in creative writing, drama, literature, and academic writing. Fabulous experience!"
Parent of 5th Grade Boy, SSAT Prep
"Ms. Sue helped my son raise his SSAT score from 1490 to 1941 in just five months! Her dedication and expertise got him into his preferred school. Highly recommend!"
Teacher, Seattle Children's Hospital School
"Sue, thank you for sharing your expertise and dedication! You truly bring out each student's strengths and motivations."
5th Grader, Washington D.C.
"Ms. Sue helped me go from below average to advanced in reading and writing! She made learning fun and gave me confidence for middle school. I wouldn’t be here without her!"
4th Grader, Texas
"Ms. Sue helped me go from struggling to confident in reading. I felt ready for the STAAR test and love how kind and fun she is!"
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Live Group Course
$15
weekly1x per week, 5 weeks
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
4-6 learners per class
