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Letter M

Letter M for Kids

Sound /m/, as in moon. See 5 example words, a fun fact, and how to teach it in 5 minutes.

Mm

5 words that start with M

  • moon
  • man
  • map
  • mom
  • mat

Did you know?

M is the easiest sound to feel — put your hand on your nose.

How to teach the letter M

  1. Say the sound first. Not the name “m” — the sound /m/. Kids who learn the sound first read 6 months earlier on average.
  2. Trace it on the table. Use your finger to trace both the capital M and lowercase m while saying the sound 3 times each.
  3. Find M around you. Books, food labels, road signs. Aim for 3 spots before changing activities.
  4. Build a word. Pick one of the 5 example words above and tap it into Letter Trace or Flashcards.
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