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Which subject	Reading
What topic	Letter identification
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
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Lesson Plan: Letter Identification

Subject: Reading

Grade Level: Reception / Kindergarten

Duration: 30 Minutes

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Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to identify major uppercase letters and some lowercase letters with 80% accuracy through interactive activities.

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Materials Needed

• Uppercase and lowercase alphabet flashcards
• Letter stickers
• Whiteboard and markers
• Letter identification worksheets
• Alphabet song recording
• A large poster of the alphabet

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Introduction (5 Minutes)

1. Greeting: Welcome the students and engage them with a quick morning song.
2. Engagement: Introduce the topic of the lesson by asking, “What do we see every day that begins with letters?” Guide them to share examples like "C is for cat, and B is for ball."
3. Objective Explanation: Explain briefly that today they will learn how to recognize different letters of the alphabet.

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Direct Instruction (10 Minutes)

1. Alphabet Review:

   • Display the large poster of the alphabet.
   • Point to each letter and say its name clearly, encouraging students to repeat after you.
   • Highlight the difference between uppercase and lowercase letters. Explain that uppercase letters are often used at the start of sentences and names while lowercase letters are used in the middle of sentences.

2. Flashcard Activity:

   • Show flashcards of random letters, asking students to identify each letter.
   • Use both uppercase and lowercase letters, encouraging participation by having students raise their hands to answer.

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Guided Practice (10 Minutes)

1. Letter Game:

   • Divide students into small groups. Provide each group with a set of letter stickers.
   • Call out a letter, and have students find and hold up the corresponding sticker.
   • Rotate the activity, allowing each student to have a turn.

2. Worksheet Activity:

   • Hand out a letter identification worksheet that includes:
     • Uppercase and lowercase letters for tracing
     • A section where they color the letter that you call out
   • Walk around the class to provide assistance and encouragement.

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Closing (5 Minutes)

1. Review: Gather the students and ask them to share one letter they learned today.
2. Alphabet Song: Play the alphabet song and encourage students to sing along, reinforcing their learning of the letters.
3. Encouragement: Praise their hard work and excitement about letters. Suggest that they point out letters they see around them at home or on outings.

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Assessment

• Observe students during group activities and when they complete their worksheets to determine their understanding of letter identification.
• Use a simple checklist to measure each child's ability to identify uppercase and lowercase letters.

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Extensions

• For students who grasp the concept quickly, provide them with extra activities like:
  • An alphabet scavenger hunt where they find items starting with each letter.
  • Creating their letter book using pictures cut from magazines.

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This lesson plan is designed to be interactive and engaging, ensuring that young learners can effectively identify letters through various activities in a fun and supportive environment.