Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify and spell words that start with the "sh" sound.

Materials and Prep

• Whiteboard or paper
• Marker or pen

Activities

1. Start by explaining to the student that today's lesson is all about words that start with the "sh" sound.

   Write the "sh" sound on the whiteboard or paper and ask the student to repeat it a few times.

2. Next, brainstorm together and list as many "sh" words as possible. Encourage the student to think of words on their own, but provide examples if needed (e.g., ship, shoe, shark).

3. Once you have a good list of "sh" words, play a game of "Guess the Word".

   Choose one word from the list without showing it to the student. Give them clues using the word's definition, synonyms, or by using it in a sentence. The student has to guess the word.

   Take turns being the guesser and the clue-giver.

4. After playing the game, ask the student to choose their favorite "sh" word from the list.

   Have them write the word neatly on the whiteboard or paper, emphasizing correct spelling.

5. To reinforce spelling, ask the student to come up with three sentences using their favorite "sh" word.

   Encourage creativity and remind them to use proper punctuation and capitalization.

Second Grade Talking Points

• "Today, we are going to learn about words that start with the 'sh' sound."
• "Can you say the 'sh' sound with me? It sounds like putting your finger to your lips and making a quiet 'shh' sound."
• "Let's think of some 'sh' words together. For example, ship, shoe, and shark all start with 'sh'."
• "Now, we are going to play a game called 'Guess the Word'. I will give you clues, and you have to guess the 'sh' word I'm thinking of."
• "Choose your favorite 'sh' word from our list and write it neatly on the whiteboard or paper."
• "Now, let's practice using our favorite 'sh' word in three different sentences. Remember to use correct spelling, punctuation, and capitalization."