A Key Skill. Because it is a key skill, syllabic analysis should be taught early and extensively. Decoding multisyllabic words should be introduced when the materials students typically read contain words of more than one syllable.

What is the main disadvantage of Decodable texts?

What are the main disadvantages of decodable texts? They may lack natural flow and use words that incorporate phonics but are unusual or difficult. What is the main reason that final- e long vowels are difficult to learn? They cannot be read sound by sound the way short vowels can.

What is the best way to reinforce high-frequency words?

Write short phrases or sentences that contain high-frequency words for students to read aloud. If the student hesitates on a word, say the word and have him/her repeat it while looking at the card. Then have the student repeat the entire phrase or sentence aloud. ❏ Challenge a student to use a word in a sentence.