Consonant sounds: Start with the basic consonant sounds, such as
/p/, /b/, /t/, /d/, /k/, /g/, /f/, /v/, /s/, /z/, /sh/, /ch/, /j/, /m/, /n/, and /l/. These are the most common consonant sounds in English and are usually easier for students to learn. 2. Short vowel sounds: After teaching the consonant sounds, move on to the short vowel sounds, such as /a/, /e/, /i/, /o/, and /u/. These are the most basic vowel sounds in English and are usually easier for students to learn than the long vowel sounds. 3. Long vowel sounds: Next, introduce the long vowel sounds, which include /a/, /e/, /i/, /o/, and /u/. Long vowels are often more challenging for students to learn because they can have different spellings and pronunciations. 4. Diphthongs: Finally, introduce the diphthongs, which are vowel sounds that consist of two vowel sounds pronounced together, such as /oy/, /ow/, /aw/, and /ei/. Diphthongs are often the most difficult for students to learn because they require mastery of two sounds at once.