Explorer's Club: Long Vowel a, Silent e Words - Part 1

Resource ID#: 215644 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 1
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: decoding, CVCe words, long -a silent e words, comprehension
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial

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