☀️ S is for Sun
Sun — say it with the "sss" sound!
The letter S makes the "sss" sound, just like at the start of the word Sun.
🔊 The Sound of Letter S
To make the S sound, put your teeth close together, keep your tongue just behind them and push air through, like a snake: 'sssss'. There is no buzz, because S is unvoiced. S is a sound you can hold, which makes it great for blending into words like sss-a-t, sat.
For everything else about S, including its other sounds, how to write capital S and small s, and more words, see the Letter S page.
🌟 Fun Facts about Sun
- The letter S makes a hissing "sss" sound, like at the start of Sun, Snake, and Star.
- The Sun is a giant, glowing star that gives Earth light and warmth.
- Without the Sun, plants could not grow and nothing on Earth could survive.
- To write a capital S, draw one curvy line, like a snake!
✨ All About Sun
The Sun is so big that about a million Earths could fit inside it, and its light takes about eight minutes to reach us. Never look straight at the Sun. More S words to practice: sock, sand, six, seal, star and snake. Hiss like a snake each time you say an S word!
🧠 Quick Quiz!
What sound does the letter S make in "Sun"?
🏫 Classroom Activity
Have children hiss the "sss" sound like a snake, then draw a bright sun with lots of rays.
🏠 Homeschool Activity
Talk about how plants and people need sunlight, and step outside together to feel the sun's warmth (with sun safety in mind).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What sound does the letter S make?
A hissing "sss" sound, like Sun, Snake, Star.
What is the Sun?
A giant, glowing star that gives Earth light and warmth.
Why is the Sun important for plants?
Without it, plants couldn't grow.
How do you write a capital S?
One curvy line, like a snake.
What activities help kids learn the letter S?
Tracing the letter, hissing like a snake, drawing a sun, or coloring a printable worksheet.