Magic E WordsGrade 2 English for Kids
Cake, bike, rose! The magic e makes the vowel say its name.
Magic E Words teaches second graders that a silent e at the end of a word makes the vowel say its name: cap becomes cape and kit becomes kite. Kids hear, type and read magic e words and sentences in fun typing games.
- Grade 2 · Ages 7–8
- 4 games
- 29 practice questions
- About 15 min
- Magic E Pictures
- Hear and Type
- Find the Vowels
- Magic E Sentences
English typing course · Grade 2
Magic E Words · Learning goals
What Your Child Will Learn
A silent e at the end of a word makes the vowel say its name: cap becomes cape, kit becomes kite. Type magic e words and sentences.
- Magic E Pictures
- Hear and Type
- Find the Vowels
- Magic E Sentences
Why it matters
Why This Matters for Kids
A key phonics rule
The silent e pattern unlocks hundreds of words kids meet in grade 2 books.
Long and short vowels
Comparing cap and cape helps kids hear and spell long and short vowel sounds correctly.
Independent reading
Each phonics pattern kids know lets them read more words on their own.
Inside Magic E Words
How the Course Works
Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.
Step 1 · Game
Magic E Pictures
Name each picture. Every word ends with a magic e! See a picture and type its name. (8 exercises)
Step 2 · Game
Hear and Type
Listen for the long vowel sound, then type the word. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 3 · Game
Find the Vowels
Type the missing vowel and the magic e. Fill in the missing letters. (8 exercises)
Step 4 · Game
Magic E Sentences
Listen to the sentence and type every word. Hear a sentence and type it. (5 exercises)
Word list
Grade 2 Words and Sentences to Type
A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.
- cake(noun)
- bike(noun)
- kite(noun)
- rose(noun)
- bone(noun)
- snake(noun)
- nose(noun)
- game(noun)
- make(verb)
- ride(verb)
- hope(verb)
- cute(adjective)
- time(noun)
- note(noun)
- same(adjective)
- home(sight word)
- “I ride my bike home.”
- “We bake a cake.”
- “The kite is in the sky.”
- “I hope you can come.”
- “It is time to go.”
For parents
Try It at Home
Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.
Parent Tip
Write words like cap, kit, hop and tub on cards. Add an e card to the end and read the new word together: cape, kite, hope, tube!
Magic E Words · Questions from parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this course for?
Magic E Words is a grade 2 english course for kids ages 7–8. That is Year 3 english in the UK and Year 2 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.
What will my child learn?
A silent e at the end of a word makes the vowel say its name: cap becomes cape, kit becomes kite. Type magic e words and sentences. Along the way they practice: Magic E Pictures; Hear and Type; Find the Vowels; Magic E Sentences.
How long does the course take?
About 15 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.
Is this course free?
Yes. Magic E Words is one of the first 2 courses in Grade 2 English. Create a free parent account and your child can start right away.
Does my child need to read well to use it?
No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.
Can we use it for homeschool?
Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.
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