NATIONAL SILENT E DAY
Fast Facts
- WHEN
- Celebrated each year on September 29th
- WHAT
- Recognizes the small but powerful letter e that quietly transforms the words we read and write
- FOUNDER
- Founder Stacey Roselli, Structured Literacy Specialist & Reading Interventionist
- ORIGIN
- Approved by the Registrar at National Day Calendar® in 2025
NATIONAL SILENT E DAY
National Silent E Day on September 29 recognizes the small but powerful letter that quietly transforms the words we read and write--the letter e. Though silent, this little letter has a big impact on English spelling and pronunciation.
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The silent letter e is found at the end of countless English words. The letter may be silent and quiet most of the time, but it is a mighty letter to be reckoned with. It is a mighty letter that plays an important role in our language. This little letter performs several crucial functions that change how a word sounds, looks, and even functions. Here’s a glimpse of what this letter can do!
The Humble Powerful Silent E
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The Change Maker: Change the vowel sound. Add an E to the end of a word, and the vowel before it often turns from a short vowel to a long vowel. (cap-cape)
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V's Best Friend: No words in English end with a v. The letter e steps in to keep the v company. (have)
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Nice and Gentle: When e follows c or g, it softens the sound. Instead of a hard c (cat), you hear a soft c (peace)
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No Suffix Here: When an s appears at the end of a word, it often works as a suffix--as in cats (plural) or tags (action). The silent e helps signal that the s is simply part of the word.
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Together We Giggle: Every syllable must have both a written vowel and a vowel sound. The e gives the syllable its written vowel.
CELEBRATE NATIONAL SILENT E DAY
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Celebrate National Silent E Day by exploring the fascinating roles of this humble letter:
Visit the National Silent E Day website to play games, enjoy a friendly little competition, and enter raffles for a chance to win prizes.
Check your local library to see how they're celebrating.
Check your local Barnes & Noble for their celebration.
Visit the site to shop Silent E Day swag and wear your support.
Share your celebrations on social media using the hashtags #NationalSilentEDay.
Join classrooms, families, and communities across the country in celebration of literacy on September 29th.
HISTORY BEHIND NATIONAL SILENT E DAY
The National Day Calendar Registrar approved National Silent E Day to be celebrated annually on September 29. With 2026 being the inaugural year of festivities, we invite you to join us each year as we celebrate the versatility and importance of the letter e in the English language and highlight how this small but mighty letter empowers readers and spellers of all ages.
Did you know?
Stacey Roselli founded National Silent E Day to spotlight how foundational literacy skills, taught with structure and care, help children become curious and confident readers, spellers, and lovers of the English language.
About the Founder
National Silent E Day was founded by Stacey Roselli, a Structured Literacy Specialist & Reading Interventionist with over two decades of experience, specializing in supporting students with language-based learning differences, including dyslexia.
In 2014, Stacey founded The Reading Village, a private educational organization serving children from kindergarten through high school. She has also dedicated countless hours to volunteer service, including serving as Vice President of the International Dyslexia Association Florida Branch. Stacey is passionate about advancing the mission of structured literacy and empowering young readers.