More examples: Some more ar words

Let’s continue exploring the ar spelling pattern with some 2-syllable words. Can you spot the /ar/ sound in each example? Click the speaker at the start of some words to listen for the /ar/ vowel sound as you read along.

In English, ar often appears in the middle of a word, like in garden, carpet, and harvest, though it can appear elsewhere, too. As you go through each word, pay attention to where the /ar/ sound falls, and try out different spelling activities and games.

army	My brother joined the army this year. *
artist	My friend Pete is an amazing artist. *
barber	The barber cut Tim's hair really short.
carpet	There was blue carpet on the floor. *
carton	Would you like a carton of orange juice?
darken	The solar eclipse made the sky darken.
farmer	The farmer complained about the bad weather.
garden	There are nine trees in my garden.
garlic	I do not like garlic.
harvest	The wheat is ready for harvest.
market	The bus stops very near the market.
partner	My partner does all the cooking.
party	Will Jeff invite us to his party?
scarlet	The gorgeous dress was scarlet and gold. *
target	He shot the target with great accuracy.
varnish	He painted varnish on the wooden gate.