| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Year or Grade 1 |
| What topic | Phonics digraphs |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
To introduce students to phonics digraphs through an engaging and interactive story that captures their imagination.
Begin the lesson by gathering the students on the carpet in a cozy reading area. Dim the lights slightly to create a magical atmosphere. Hold a colorful storybook (or a handmade story) that features characters traveling through a whimsical world where sounds come alive.
"Once upon a time in a land not so far away, lived two special friends: Chilly the Chipmunk and Shiny the Shark. They both had a secret—they loved playing with sounds! Every time they played, they discovered magical sounds called digraphs! Can you say 'shhh', 'ch', 'th', and 'wh'? These sounds had superpowers that could change their world!"
After sharing this introduction, ask the students:
"Is there anyone here who can whisper like a ‘sh’? Can someone show me what it sounds like? What about the ‘ch’ sound? Let’s all try together!"
Once students are engaged, explain:
"Today, we're going to embark on an adventure with Chilly and Shiny to learn all about the magical powers of digraphs. Are you ready to discover what happens when we put these special sounds together?"
Before diving into the lesson content, add an element of surprise:
"Every time we learn a new digraph, we’ll add a sparkle to our magical adventure map! By the end of the lesson, we'll see how far Chilly and Shiny have traveled!"
Now that the students are excited about Chilly and Shiny’s adventure, transition into the main phonics digraph activities by inviting them to gather around a whiteboard or chart where you’ll introduce the digraphs with visuals and examples.
With this engaging start, students are not only introduced to the phonics digraphs you'll be teaching but are also actively participating, thus fostering a love for learning and collaboration among their peers.