English

Topic: Learning the alphabet

Objectives & Outcomes

• By the end of this lesson, students will be able to identify the letters of the alphabet and their corresponding sounds.

Materials

• Alphabet chart or large set of flashcards with the alphabet printed on them
• Whiteboard and markers
• Alphabet song (optional)

Warm-up

• Review the concept of sounds and how words are formed by combining sounds together.
• Write the sound of each letter on the whiteboard and have students match it to the corresponding letter.
• Write a few simple words on the board and have students pronounce them out loud.

Direct Instruction

• Introduce the letters of the alphabet one at a time, pronouncing each sound and writing it on the whiteboard.
• Have students repeat the sounds after you, and reinforce the corresponding letter on the whiteboard.
• Continue through all the letters of the alphabet, making sure to emphasize each sound.

Guided Practice

• Divide the class into small groups and give each group a set of flashcards with the letters of the alphabet on them.
• Have the students work together to match the letters to the correct sounds, checking their work with the whiteboard as a reference.
• As a class, go through the flashcards one at a time and review the sounds and letters.

Independent Practice

• Have the students choose a letter of the alphabet and draw a picture to represent that letter.
• Have the students share their letters and pictures with the class and explain the sound that their letter makes.

Closure

• Review the letters of the alphabet and their sounds.
• Have the students share their drawings and explain the meaning of their letters.
• Have the students practice writing their letters on a piece of paper.

Assessment

• Observe the students during the independent practice activity and make note of those who need additional support in writing their letters.
• Collect the students' drawings and assess their understanding of the meaning of their chosen letter.