How to Read and Pronounce the NG Sound

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This engaging phonics video features the character "Happy Cheese" introducing young learners to the "ng" digraph. Through humor and clear visual aids, the video demonstrates how the individual letters 'n' and 'g' combine to form a unique nasal sound found at the end of words like "sing" and "tongue," or in the middle of words like "flamingo." The video breaks down the concept by first reviewing the individual sounds of the letters, then playfully blending them (including a humorous false start), and finally providing concrete vocabulary examples. It explicitly addresses the phonics rule that when these two letters stand together, they create a specific new sound rather than just a blend of their individual parts. Ideally suited for early elementary literacy instruction, this resource includes an interactive segment that challenges students to brainstorm their own words ending in "-ing." The content supports phonemic awareness, spelling patterns, and vocabulary development, making it an excellent tool for introducing digraphs or reviewing the specific "ng" sound in a fun, memorable way.