Mastering words ending in /ns/ (like “pens,” “fans,” and “buns”) helps students:
✅ Decode words with nasal blends
✅ Understand plural noun formations
✅ Improve spelling accuracy
✅ Distinguish between similar endings (-ns vs. -nt vs. -nd)
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Key Features
🔹 Science of Reading Aligned – Systematic phonics progression
🔹 Multisensory Approach – Visual, auditory, kinesthetic
🔹 Three Difficulty Levels – Support to challenge
🔹 Ready-to-Use – Print and teach immediately
Suggested Teaching Sequence
Day 1: Introduce /ns/ sound with mouth formation visuals
Day 2: Word building with magnetic letters
Day 3: Singular/plural sorting activities
Day 4: Decodable sentences practice
Day 5: Review games & assessment
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Bonus Teaching Tips
1️⃣ Nose-touch cue: Have students touch their nose for the nasal /n/
2️⃣ Real objects: Show singular/plural pairs (1 pen → 3 pens)
3️⃣ Sound boxes: Isolate the /n/ and /s/ sounds
4️⃣ Classroom hunt: Find and list /ns/ words around the room
Final Thoughts
These research-based worksheets make /ns/ endings accessible through varied, multisensory activities. The systematic approach ensures success for all learners!
