Objective
By the end of this lesson, Amari will be able to recognize and say the letter A.
Materials and Prep
- Alphabet flashcards with the letter A
- Whiteboard and marker
- Enthusiasm and patience!
Activities
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Show Amari the alphabet flashcards. Point to the letter A and say "A, A, Apple!". Encourage Amari to repeat after you.
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Draw a big letter A on the whiteboard. Help Amari trace the letter A with their finger while saying "A, A, Amazing!".
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Find objects around the house that start with the letter A, like an apple or an airplane. Say the word and emphasize the initial sound "A".
Talking Points
- "Look, this is the letter A. Can you say 'A'?"
- "Let's draw the letter A. It goes down, then across. A for Amazing!"
- "Do you see the apple? Apple starts with A. A, A, Apple!"