When a word or a syllable ends in a single vowel, the vowel says its name. The cv pattern is called an open syllable. Explicitly teaching the open syllable pattern to new readers explains words like: no, hi and we. This understanding helps when learning to decode longer words like di-ver, to-ken and de-cent. Our word lists, sentences and games all provide practice with this skill. #weshallread #tapthechart #phonicsfun #ortongillinghamapproach #tutoring #montessoricurriculum #soldastory #soundwal