Lesson 3 – The /oe/ Sound

1. Learning Focus Poster

/oe/ is for Outstanding Readers!

Today, We Will Learn

• The /oe/ sound

• How to read words with oe

• Featured oe words

• Reading simple sentences

• Practicing spelling and writing

Learning Theme

Outstanding readers grow stronger every day by learning new sounds and new words.

The letters o and e work together to make the long /ō/ sound in many words.

Learning Objectives

By the end of today's lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Recognize the vowel team oe.

2. Pronounce the long /ō/ sound correctly.

3. Read common oe words.

4. Use oe words in simple sentences.

5. Spell and write oe words accurately.

Featured Visuals

Include colorful pictures of:

• toe

• hoe

• doe

• foe (shown as an opponent in a simple game, not an enemy)

• oboe

• canoe

• children reading and gardening

Character Corner

Persistence

Outstanding readers keep learning even when new words seem challenging.

Daily Affirmation

"I learn new sounds and become a stronger reader every day!"

2. Meet the /oe/ Sound Poster

Meet the /oe/ Sound

The letters o and e work together to make one sound.

This vowel team usually makes the long /ō/ sound.

Listen to these words:

• toe

• hoe

• doe

• oboe

Let's Say It Together!

"/oe/ says /ō/… /ō/… /ō/!"

3. Featured Words Chart

1. toe

2. hoe

3. doe

4. foe

5. oboe

6. canoe

7. tiptoe

8. toecap

9. horseshoe

10. shoe

11. hoeing

12. toeprint

13. snowshoe

14. mistletoe

15. aloe

16. oboist

17. does

18. poets

19. potatoes (contains oe across syllables)

20. heroes (contains oe across syllables)

Teacher's Note: Some of the longer words contain oe across syllables rather than as a vowel team. You can focus first on the simpler words (toe, hoe, doe, foe, oboe, canoe, tiptoe, horseshoe, shoe) with younger learners.

4. Sentences to Spark Sound & Story Poster

1. My toe touched the cool water.

2. Dad used a hoe to work in the garden.

3. The doe walked quietly through the forest.

4. The children paddled a canoe across the lake.

5. The musician played the oboe beautifully.

6. Mia walked on her tiptoes to surprise her sister.

7. Wear your shoes before going outside.

8. The gardener carried a hoe and a watering can.

9. The horseshoe brought good luck in the story.

10. Outstanding readers enjoy learning new words every day.

5. Practice Exercises Page

Exercise 1 — Read the Words

toe

hoe

doe

shoe

canoe

tiptoe

Exercise 2 — Circle the /oe/ Word

1. toe top tap

2. hoe hat hill

3. doe dog duck

4. shoe ship sun

5. canoe car cat

Exercise 3 — Fill in the Missing Letters

t__

h__

d__

sh__

can__

Exercise 4 — Match the Word to the Picture

• toe

• hoe

• doe

• canoe

• shoe

Exercise 5 — Complete the Sentences

Choose the correct word.

1. I wear a ______ on my foot.
   (shoe / hat)

2. We crossed the river in a ______.
   (canoe / bus)

3. Dad worked with a ______ in the garden.
   (hoe / spoon)

4. The ______ walked through the forest.
   (doe / fish)

5. Be careful not to hurt your ______.
   (toe / ear)

Exercise 6 — Write Your Own Sentences

Write one sentence using each word.

• toe

• hoe

• canoe

• shoe

• doe

6. Phonics Activity Page

Find the /oe/ Sound

Circle all the words with the oe vowel team.

Read each word aloud to a partner.

Word Hunt

Find these hidden words:

• toe

• hoe

• doe

• shoe

• canoe

7. YouTube Thumbnail

Main Title

Learn the /oe/ Sound!

Subtitle

Outstanding Readers Learn the /oe/ Sound!

Include

• Giant colorful oe

• Toe

• Hoe

• Doe

• Canoe

• Happy children reading outdoors

• Bright classroom and garden background

8. Long-Form Video Thumbnail

Branding

Ngeche T. Nwufor

Elementary Education Explorer

Main Title

Learn the /oe/ Sound!

Lesson Includes

• What is the /oe/ sound?

• Featured Words

• Reading Practice

• Fun Activities

• Writing Practice

Footer

"Outstanding Readers Learn One Sound at a Time!"

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