| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Reading |
| What topic | |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 1 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Introduction to Phonics
Year 1
Reading
30 minutes
20
This lesson aligns with the Australian National Curriculum for Year 1 Literacy Development, specifically focusing on phonics and word recognition.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Phonics | 5 | Introduce the concept of phonics; explain its importance in reading. Use flashcards to show letters and their corresponding sounds. |
| 2 | Direct Instruction | 10 | Teach specific letter sounds and blend them into simple words. Engage students in repeating sounds and words after you. |
| 3 | Printable Card Activity | 10 | Distribute printable phonics cards. Instruct students to fill them in with the sounds and corresponding words you have taught. |
| 4 | Checking Understanding | 3 | Randomly collect or check the filled cards to assess understanding without asking students to present in front of the class. |
| 5 | Homework Assignment | 2 | Assign homework related to the lesson (details not specified), encouraging independent practice of phonics at home. |
| 6 | Review and Closing | 2 | Recap the key sounds learned in the lesson, provide positive reinforcement, and remind students about the homework. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today we’re going to learn something very exciting and important for our reading journey—phonics! Can anyone tell me what phonics means? That’s right, it’s about the sounds that letters make. Phonics helps us read and write better. Let’s dive into it!
I have some flashcards here. (Show the flashcards) This is the letter 'A'. Can anyone tell me the sound it makes? Yes! It sounds like 'aah.' Let’s all say it together—'aah!' Great job! Now, I’m going to show you more letters and their sounds."
"Now that we know about the letter 'A,' let's learn some more letters and their sounds.
(Following letters are shown with flashcards: B, C, D)
This is 'B'. What sound does it make? Yes, it’s 'buh.' Repeat after me—'buh.' Wonderful!
Next, we have 'C.' It sounds like 'k.' Let's say that together—'k.' Perfect!
Finally, 'D.' What does 'D' say? Exactly, it’s 'duh.' Repeat—'duh.'
Now, let’s put some of these sounds together to make simple words.
For example, 'B' and 'A' together make the sound 'ba.' Can we try saying it?—'ba.' Great!
How about 'C' and 'A'—what do we get? Yes, 'ca.' Let’s say it—'ca.'
How about 'D' and 'O'? Yes, we say 'do.' Try it out—'do.' Fantastic!"
"Now, I have a fun activity for you! I'm going to pass out some printable phonics cards. (Distribute cards)
On these cards, you'll see some spaces to fill in. Your task is to write down the letters we learned today and the sounds they make.
For example, when you hear the letter 'A,' you should write 'A' and the sound 'aah.'
Remember to take your time and do your best. You have 10 minutes for this activity. Let's get started!"
"Okay, pencils down! Now let’s see how we did. I’m going to collect your phonics cards to check your understanding. Remember, this isn't a test! I just want to see what you’ve learned. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me now as I go around to check your cards."
(Collect cards and check them randomly. Offer feedback as needed.)
"Great job today, everyone! Before we finish, I have a homework assignment for you. I want you to practice these sounds at home. You can choose a few objects around your house that start with the sounds we learned today. For example, a 'ball' starts with 'b.' Write down the letters and sounds, and we’ll share them in our next lesson."
"To wrap up, let’s quickly recap what we learned!
Can anyone remind me of the sound that 'A' makes? Excellent!
And what about 'B'? Yes, that's correct!
I am so proud of all of you for participating and doing such a great job today. Remember to practice your homework and keep practicing those sounds.
Don’t forget, you’re all amazing readers in the making! I’ll see you all next time. Keep up the great work!"
(Send students off with a positive note and stickers as rewards for their efforts.)
What does the term "phonics" mean?
List the letters and their corresponding sounds that we learned in class today.
For each letter below, write down the letter, the sound it makes, and one object that starts with that letter:
Combine the letters we learned to make words. Write a word for each pair of letters:
Find three objects around your house that start with the following sounds: 'aah', 'buh', and 'k'. Write down the name of each object and the letter it starts with.
Create a list of your own phonics flashcards using at least five letters we learned. Indicate the letter, the sound, and a drawing or a picture of an object that starts with that letter.
Explain how phonics can help you with reading and writing. Write 2-3 sentences about it.
What were some of the activities we did in class that helped you learn phonics? List at least two activities.
Describe how you will practice your phonics sounds at home. Include a fun activity you plan to do.
Why is it important to learn the sounds of letters? Write a short paragraph explaining your thoughts.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does the letter 'A' sound like? | |
| Can you repeat the sound of the letter 'B'? | |
| What sound does the letter 'C' make? | |
| What sound do we get when we put 'B' and 'A' together? | |
| How do you say the sound of 'D'? | |
| What do you get when you combine 'C' and 'A'? | |
| Can someone give me an example of an object that starts with 'b'? | |
| How should you fill in the phonics cards? | |
| What homework assignment did we receive today? | |
| Can anyone tell me the sound that 'D' makes? |