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Find the starting letter

Hear a whole word and choose the letter that comes at the beginning.

Category: Alphabets 7 min Early
Aa Tap Say Read

Say the word in a natural voice first, then break out the first sound only if the child needs help.

Listen and learn

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S Picture card
Sound card

Sun -> S

sound clue

Listen first, then choose.

Example: Sun begins with S.

D Picture card
Sound card

Dog -> D

sound clue

Keep the matching visual and simple.

Example: Dog begins with D.

M Picture card
Sound card

Milk -> M

sound clue

Use home words children know well.

Example: Milk begins with M.

C Picture card
Sound card

Cat -> C

sound clue

Repeat the first sound once if needed.

Example: Cat begins with C.

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