The Floss Rule is a relatively simple phonics/spelling rule that you can teach beginner readers. In this video you'll learn the general rule, and also the reasons behind the exceptions to the floss rule!
This rule is very predictable, and easy to remember, perfect for even young children to understand. It is normally introduced to first graders.
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The floss rule applies to one-syllable words that finish with f, l, s and z. The name given to this rule also help us remember the actual rule! Knowing these rules make your students/children better spellers and better readers.
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