What is the difference between hard C and soft c?

Discovering the difference between hard C and soft C can be quite challenging for kiddos who need a little extra help with reading. Most phonics programs teach hard C words early. The hard c sound as in the words cat and cup are taught in kindergarten and first grade but the soft c can be confusing for students.

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What does soft c mean?

Soft C is the other sound C can make. When C is followed by e, i, or y, it usually makes the /s/ sound as in ice. The soft C can be at the beginning, middle, or end of a word. This is a rule that may happen, not always. There are a few exceptions, such as the word ‘Celt’.