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Year 1 - The Sound ir

In Year 1 spelling, you learn different ways to write sounds. This quiz helps you spot the ir sound in words and spell them correctly.

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Fascinating Fact:

You can hear ir in first.

In KS1 English Spelling (Year 1), children learn that the same sound can be spelled in different ways. The letters ir often spell an “ur” sound in words like “bird” and “girl”.

Key Terms

Sound: What you hear in a word when you say it slowly.
Digraph: Two letters that make one sound, like ir.
Blend: Saying sounds together to read a word, like b - ir - d.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What sound does ir make in Year 1 words?

In many Year 1 words, ir often makes an “ur” sound. You can hear it in words like “bird”, “first”, and “girl”.

What are some easy ir words for Year 1?

Some simple ir words include “bird”, “girl”, “shirt”, “third”, and “first”. Reading and spelling a short list helps children remember the pattern.

How can I help my child spell ir words correctly?

Say the word, break it into sounds, then write the letters for each sound. Practise little and often, and revisit tricky words in a week.

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You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Spelling

Author: Finola Waller (MEd, Primary School Teacher & KS1 English Quiz Writer)

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