Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Struggling to know which "Long O" spelling to use? 🧐 In today’s phonics lesson, we are mastering the Long O sound! It can be tricky because there are so many ways to spell it—like in bone, boat, and bow. But don't worry! We have some simple tips and tricks to help you choose the right pattern every time.

In this video, you will learn:
✅ The 3 main ways to spell Long O: o_e (Silent E), oa, and ow
✅ The "End of Word" Rule: Why we usually use OW at the end of a word (like glow)
✅ The "Look Right" Test: How to use your reading memory to pick the correct spelling
✅ Practice spelling words step-by-step

Perfect for 1st grade, 2nd grade, or any student working on their phonics and spelling skills!

Ready to try it yourself? Keep practicing spelling long o words on IXL with interactive questions that adapt to your level: ixl.com/ela/grade-2/spell-the-long-o-word-silent-e-oa-ow?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=YT-Tutorials

00:00 Intro to the Long O sound
00:15 3 Ways to Spell Long O (o_e, oa, ow)
00:44 Tips for knowing which spelling pattern to use
01:41 Spelling Practice 1
02:09 Spelling Practice 2
02:41 Spelling Practice 3
03:06 Spelling Practice 4
04:10 Outro