aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	English
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
What topic	Letter d
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Fun with the Letter D!

Welcome to Our Letter Adventure!

Hello, little learners! Today, we're going to start our exciting journey with the letter D! Are you ready to discover all the fun and fantastic things that begin with the letter D?

Activity: The Magic Letter Box

What You'll Need:

• A decorated box (you can use a shoebox and decorate it with colorful markers)
• Pictures or small objects that start with the letter D (like a dinosaur toy, a picture of a dog, a doll, a drum, etc.)
• A fun storybook featuring the letter D (suggestions: "Dinosaur ROAR!" by Paul Stickland or "Dog" by Matthew Van Fleet)

Step 1: Collecting D-Items

Before we begin, let's think of items that start with D! Can you think of any? Let’s brainstorm together. Here are a few ideas:

• Dog
• Duck
• Doll
• Drum
• Dinosaur

Encourage the children to share any items they have brought from home or any names of things they know that start with the letter D.

Step 2: Open the Magic Box!

Now, it’s time to open our Magic Letter Box! Take turns pulling out objects from the box. As you pull each item out, say its name out loud and emphasize the D sound.

• For example, if you pull out a dog, say: "This is a Dog! Dog starts with the letter D!"

Step 3: Story Time

After exploring the items, it’s story time! Gather around as we read a fun book that features many D words. As you read, point out all the words with the letter D, and repeat after me to practice our letter sounds together!

Wrap-Up: D is for Dance Party!

To end our letter D adventure, let’s have a little Dance Party! Play some fun music and encourage the children to dance like different animals that start with D—like a duck waddling or a dinosaur stomping!

Conclusion

What a fantastic day learning about the letter D! Remember, wherever you go, keep an eye out for things that start with D. Can you find at least one D word before the next lesson?

Let’s say goodbye to the letter D and see you next time for more adventures!