Step 1 · Say the Blend
cl
c and l slide together, like clam.
clam
clap
close
Level 3 — Blends
The Clam Clap
Read cl words. Then read one tiny story.
1. Say the Blend2. Read the Words3. Read the Story4. Celebrate
Step 2 · Read a Few Words
clamcl-a-m
clapcl-a-p
closecl-ose
closedcl-ose-d
Step 3 · Tiny Story
Beach Cat saw a clam.
The clam was closed.
Beach Cat gave a clap.
The clam opened.
Beach Cat jumped back.
Step 4 · Celebrate
You read cl words like clam, clap, and closed.
That blend has two sounds sliding together.
If it still feels fun, read the story one more time.