Objective

By the end of this lesson, Gigi will be able to recognize, read, and write the letters "e" and "n." She will also engage in various activities that enhance her understanding of these letters while having fun through art, music, and physical activities.

Materials and Prep

• Paper and colored pencils or crayons
• Books for reading (preferably those that emphasize the letters "e" and "n")
• A calendar for the month
• Access to a playground or outdoor space
• Music for singing songs
• Sorting letters (cut-out letters "e" and "n")

Before the lesson, prepare the cut-out letters and gather the books that focus on the letters "e" and "n." Ensure access to a playground for physical activities.

Activities

• Mix It and Fix It: Read a book that includes the letters "e" and "n." After reading, Gigi can mix up some words and try to fix them by rearranging the letters to form correct words.
• Calendar Fun: Use the calendar to practice saying the days of the week and months. Highlight the letters "e" and "n" in the names of the days and months.
• Sing Songs: Choose a fun song that includes words with the letters "e" and "n." Sing together and emphasize those letters while singing.
• Sorting Letters: Use the cut-out letters to sort and identify the letters "e" and "n." Gigi can create a sorting chart to categorize other letters as well.
• Coloring Letter "e": Provide a coloring page featuring the letter "e." Gigi can color it in while discussing words that start with "e."
• Play on the Playground: Take a break and play on the playground. Incorporate physical activities that use the letters "e" and "n," like "ninja" moves or "elephant" walks!

Talking Points

• "Can you find the letter 'e' in this book? Let's point to it together!"
• "What day of the week starts with an 'e'? That's right, it's 'Friday'! Can you say it with me?"
• "Let's sing this song together. Listen for the 'e' and 'n' sounds!"
• "How many letters do we have here? Let's sort them! Can you put all the 'e's in one pile and all the 'n's in another?"
• "Look at how beautiful your letter 'e' coloring page is! What words can we think of that start with 'e'?"
• "Playing is so much fun! Can you show me how an 'elephant' walks? Let's pretend to be animals that start with 'e' and 'n'!"