Split Digraphs and Magic E
Read and spell words containing split digraphs (a-e, e-e, i-e, o-e, u-e) where a final 'e' makes the preceding vowel long
Suggested ages 5–7
Learning journey
Your child is building the foundation for reading — learning how letters and sounds work together, recognizing common words by sight, and developing the skills to sound out new words independently.
Evidence of understanding
- Read words with split digraphs (e.g. 'cake', 'bike', 'home', 'cube')
- Compare minimal pairs showing the effect of the split digraph (e.g. 'cap' vs 'cape')
- Spell words with split digraphs correctly
Assessment prompt
Does Split Digraphs and Magic E know that the 'e' at the end of words like 'cake', 'bike', or 'home' changes the vowel sound in the middle — making it say its name instead of its short sound?
Standards alignment
RF.1.3.c
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · 1
Split digraph: a–e
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1
Split digraph: e–e
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1
Split digraph: i–e
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1
Split digraph: o–e
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1
Split digraph: u–e
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1