Mastering words ending in /ts/ (like “cats,” “hats,” and “pets”) helps students:
✅ Develop awareness of plural word endings
✅ Improve decoding of consonant blends
✅ Build spelling accuracy for common words
✅ Distinguish between similar endings (-ts vs. -ds vs. -tes)
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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 /ts/ ending with plural nouns
Day 2: Word building with manipulatives
Day 3: Singular/plural sorting activities
Day 4: Sentence writing practice
Day 5: Review games & assessment
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Bonus Teaching Tips
1️⃣ Add movement: Have students “tap shoulders” for /t/ and “snake hands” for /s/
2️⃣ Use real objects: Show singular/plural pairs (1 cat → 3 cats)
3️⃣ Sound boxes: Separate the /t/ and /s/ sounds
4️⃣ Classroom hunt: Find and list plural nouns around the room
Final Thoughts
These research-based worksheets make /ts/ endings accessible through varied, hands-on practice. The systematic approach ensures all learners develop confidence with plural nouns and consonant blends!
