| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Reception / Kindergarten |
| What topic | Alphabet recognition |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Gather the children in a circle on the carpet. Begin the lesson with an exciting story about a magical land where letters come to life! Here’s a little story to inspire their imaginations:
Story: “The Land of Letters”
Once upon a time, there was a magical land called Letterland, filled with colorful creatures shaped like letters of the alphabet. Each letter lived in its own special house made of things that started with that letter!
One day, the letters decided to have a big party to celebrate their friendship, but they needed your help!
The party could only happen if the children could find all the letters hidden in their magical world.
After the story, tell the children that they will embark on an Alphabet Hunt around the classroom. Place colorful letters (either printed or made from foam) hidden around the area. Explain that they will be searching for each letter, and once they find it, they can shout its name!
Ask Questions:
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Once all letters of the alphabet have been discovered, gather the children back to the circle. Celebrate their success with a cheer for each letter found! Discuss their favorite letter and what words start with it.
Finally, hand out coloring sheets with the letters they found. Ask them to color the letters and draw something that starts with each one.
This lively introduction not only captures the children's attention but also sets the tone for an interactive and engaging lesson on alphabet recognition!