This worksheet introduces students to R-controlled vowel sounds. In part one, learners match words to their respective R-sound by walking them "off the plank." Part two focuses on letter substitution to form new words and R-sounds, emphasizing the change in vowel sound. This resource is perfect for classroom phonics, spelling, and vocabulary lessons.

R-controlled vowel sounds happen when a vowel is followed by the letter "r," making the vowel sound slightly different. Think about the way "cat" sounds-the "a" is a short vowel sound, like "ahh." But when "r" comes after a vowel like in "car," the "a" sounds more like "arrr" by itself. In words like "pack," "bind," and "stay," there isn't an "r" after the vowel, so they keep their regular sounds. Remember, when "r" is around, it can change how the vowel sounds!