Exploring the Letter "S" for Early Learners

Engaging Activities to Master the Letter "S"

Lesson Objective

• Students will recognize, pronounce, and write the letter "S."

• Students will identify words that begin with the letter "S."

• Students will engage in fun activities to reinforce their understanding of the letter.

Teaching/Learning Materials Needed

• Letter "S" flashcards (Image of the letter "S")

• Whiteboard and markers

• Letter "S" song (audio or video)

• Picture cards of "S" words (e.g., sun, snake, sock)

• Craft materials (paper, scissors, glue)

• Small objects that start with "S" for hands-on activities

Introduction

• Visual: Image of the letter "S" flashcard

  • Show students the letter "S" flashcard and explain that it is the 19th letter of the alphabet.

  • Discuss the sound of the letter "S" and demonstrate it.

Presentation in Steps

Presenting the Letter Card and Sound Visual: Flashcard showing the letter "S" with phonetic spelling (e.g., /s/) Show the letter "S" card and pronounce the sound clearly. Ask students to repeat the sound together.
Letter Song or Rhyme Visual: Screenshot or link to a catchy letter "S" song video Play a catchy letter "S" song to reinforce recognition and sound. Encourage students to sing along and do simple movements related to the letter.	Rhyme: Silly Sally Sails South Silly Sally sails south on a sunny day. She sings a sweet song as she sails away. Swaying softly, the sea sings back. Sailing swiftly, she stays on track.
Letter Game Visual: Image of various objects starting with "S" (e.g., sun, sock, snake) Organize a game where students find objects in the classroom that start with "S." Allow them to share their findings with the class.
Hands-on Activities Craft Activity: Create an "S" collage. Visual: Example of an "S" collage with pictures of "S" words Provide students with magazines or printed pictures of "S" words. Have them cut out the pictures and glue them onto a large letter "S" template.
Writing Practice: Visual: Sample worksheet with dotted lines for tracing the letter "S" Distribute worksheets with dotted lines for students to practice writing the letter "S." Guide them in tracing and then writing it independently.
Homework Visual: Image of items that start with "S" (e.g., sun, sock, star) Assign students to find three items at home that start with the letter "S" and bring them to class for the next lesson. Encourage them to practice writing the letter "S" five times in their homework journals

Additional Notes

• Visual: Screenshot of a storybook or video featuring the letter "S" - https://a.co/d/eag12D7

  • Consider incorporating a story or video that features the letter "S" to further engage students.

  • Use positive reinforcement to encourage participation and enthusiasm throughout the lesson.