What Is a Short I

The short “i” sound, which is the vowel sound in “hit” and “big,” is an important sound for new readers to learn. Start with words where the short “i” comes first, like “igloo” or “iguana,” so that your child can hear the “i” sound clearly.

What is an example of a short I?

Find and write words that have a short I sound. Sample answers: his, rip, ink, fit, fix, kiss, bill, spin. Circle the correct spelling of the words that have a short i sound, and then color the picture of the word. The words are lip, ship, gift, kitten, milk, king, ring, pig, mitten, sit.

What is the difference between a short i and long I?

The short i makes the vowel sound most commonly associated with the letter as seen in bit, clip, hid, and tip. The long i sound makes the sound of the name of the letter in question as seen in bite, hide, sight, and might.