Closed Syllables (Copy) — At-Home Literacy

A closed syllable is one that ends with a consonant, causing the vowel to make a short sound. This is the most common and basic type of syllable.

When we're looking at syllables, what really counts is what comes after the vowel. Sometimes kids have a tough time figuring out words like "on" or "at" as closed syllables because they don't spot a consonant at the start of the syllable. Remind them to look at what comes after the vowel to identify the syllable type.

Identifying Syllables Routine

Closed syllables can be as short as “in” or as long as “scratch”.

Use this word list to help children practice reading closed syllables.