Teaching “ie” and “igh” words to kids can be fun and effective with a mix of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide for both: ⸻ Teaching “ie” Words (like pie, tie, die): 1. Introduce the sound: • Start with the sound: say words like “pie,” “tie,” and ask kids what sound they hear in the middle (focus on the long /ī/ sound). • Show them the “ie” letters and say, “When you see ‘ie’, it usually says /ī/ like in ‘pie.’” 2. Use visuals and word cards: • Flash