Phonics Tip # 3

C or K rule

When you hear the /k/ sound in a word use the following guidelines to help you decide when to use a c and when to use a k.

*Use a c with the vowels a, o, or u,
and any other consonant.
Example:
cat
coat
cut
clap

*Use a k with the vowels e, i, and y
key
kite
Kyle


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