Objectives:
- To introduce the different phonemes and their corresponding graphemes.
- To develop blending and segmenting skills for reading.
- To encourage students to use their phonics knowledge to read simple words.
Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards with different phonemes and graphemes
- Picture books with simple words
Procedure:
Introduction (10 minutes):
- Write the letters of the alphabet on the board and ask the students to say each letter with you.
- Introduce the concept of phonemes and graphemes and show how they relate to each other.
- Use flashcards to show different examples and have students repeat the sounds.
Blending and Segmenting Practice (15 minutes):
- Write a word with 3-4 phonemes on the board and ask the students to say each phoneme separately.
- Ask the students to blend the sounds to form the word.
- Repeat this activity with a few more words, gradually increasing the complexity.
Reading Activity (20 minutes):
- Show the students a picture book with simple words and ask them to read the words with you.
- Encourage students to use their phonics knowledge to decode and read the words.
- Repeat this activity with a few more books and gradually increase the difficulty.
Assessment (5 minutes):
- Ask individual students to come up to the board and read a word of their choice.
- Give positive feedback and encourage students to continue practicing their reading skills.
Conclusion:
- Summarize the key points covered during the lesson.
- Reinforce the importance of phonics and reading development.
- Encourage students to continue practicing and applying their phonics knowledge.