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Which subject	English
What topic	cvc, cvcc, ccvc
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 5
Class size	20
What curriculum	cvc, cvcc, ccvc
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

Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

CVC, CVCC, CCVC

Subject

English

Grade/Age Group

Grade 5

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify and pronounce CVC, CVCC, and CCVC words correctly.
• Students will work collaboratively in groups to create CVC, CVCC, and CCVC words.
• Students will present their homework while demonstrating understanding of word structures.

Materials

• Printable cards with word structures (CVC, CVCC, CCVC)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Sticky notes
• Student notebooks
• Homework assignment sheets

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the national standards for phonics and word recognition, focusing on the understanding of consonant-vowel-consonant, consonant-vowel-consonant-consonant, and consonant-consonant-vowel-consonant word structures.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Review Homework	5 min	Students present their homework in front of the class.
2	Introduction to Word Structures	5 min	Teacher explains CVC, CVCC, and CCVC structures using examples.
3	Group Activity	10 min	Students are divided into groups of 4 to create lists of CVC, CVCC, and CCVC words.
4	Printable Cards Distribution	5 min	Teacher hands out printable cards for students to fill in with words.
5	Random Checking	3 min	Teacher collects cards or randomly checks the filled-in content.
6	Assigning Homework	2 min	Teacher assigns homework related to CVC, CVCC, CCVC words.

Additional Notes

• Ensure active participation during group activities.
• Monitor groups to provide support where needed.
• Encourage students to help one another in their understanding of word structures.

Lesson script

Review Homework

"Good morning, class! I hope everyone is ready for today's lesson. Let's begin by reviewing the homework that I assigned last time. Who would like to share their work first? Remember, you should present your CVC, CVCC, and CCVC words clearly, and everyone should listen carefully for feedback."

[Allow students to take turns presenting their homework. Prompt them with questions if needed, such as, "Can you explain how you categorized these words?" or "Which structure do you think is the most challenging?"]

"Great job presenting your homework, everyone! This really shows your understanding of the word structures we're working on."

Introduction to Word Structures

"Now, let’s dive into today’s topic: word structures. We're focusing on three main types today: CVC, CVCC, and CCVC.

1. CVC words are those that follow the consonant-vowel-consonant pattern. For example, 'cat,' 'dog,' and 'hat.'
2. CVCC words end in a consonant after a vowel. Examples include 'park,' 'last,' and 'milk.'
3. CCVC words start with two consonants followed by a vowel and consonant. Can anyone think of examples? That's right, 'flag,' 'frog,' and 'drum' are perfect instances!

Understanding these structures is essential for improving our reading and writing skills. I’ll write these examples on the board so everyone can see."

[Write the examples on the whiteboard and allow students to ask questions if they need further clarification.]

Group Activity

"Now it's time for some fun collaboration! I’m going to divide you into groups of four. Each group will work together to create a list of CVC, CVCC, and CCVC words.

You’ll have ten minutes for this activity, so let’s see how many words you can come up with! Remember: work together and help each other out!

[After dividing the groups, circulate among them to support their discussions. Remind them to think of various examples.]

"Okay, groups! You have just a couple of minutes left. Make sure you finalize your lists and prepare to share some of your words with the class!"

Printable Cards Distribution

"Time’s up! Now, I’ll hand out some printable cards. Each card is labeled with either CVC, CVCC, or CCVC.

Your task is to fill in these cards with the words you created in your groups. For example, if you have a CVC word, write it down under that section on the card. You have five minutes to complete this, and after that, we will check them together."

[Distribute the cards and provide students time to fill them in. Walk around to assist any groups or individuals who may have questions.]

Random Checking

"Fantastic work on your cards, everyone! Now, I’m going to collect the cards or conduct a quick random check. I’ll pick some of you to read out loud the words you wrote down, so be ready!

If I call on you, just stand up and share one of your words with the class. Let’s see how many different examples we can gather as a class!"

[Randomly call on students to read from their cards. Reinforce correct pronunciations and word structures as needed.]

Assigning Homework

"Before we wrap up for today, I want to assign some homework. I’d like each of you to create a short story using at least five CVC, CVCC, and CCVC words.

Make sure to underline the words so I can see them when you turn in your story. This will help reinforce what we learned today! Remember to have fun with it!

Alright, see you all next class, and don’t forget to think of more examples!"

Homework

1. Define what CVC, CVCC, and CCVC stand for. Provide examples of each type of word.

2. Create a list of five CVC words. Write a sentence for each word using it correctly.

3. Identify four CVCC words from a paragraph in a book or article you read this week. Write each word in a sentence of your own.

4. Think of three CCVC words. Draw a picture that represents each word and label them.

5. Write a short story using at least five CVC, CVCC, and CCVC words. Underline the words when you submit your story.

6. Discuss with someone at home: Which word structure do you find the easiest to remember? Why? Write a few sentences explaining your thoughts.

7. Choose one of the word types (CVC, CVCC, or CCVC) and create a crossword puzzle using at least five words from that category. Provide clues for each word.

8. What strategies can you use to determine if a word is CVC, CVCC, or CCVC? List at least three strategies.

Correct answers

1. CVC stands for Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (e.g., cat). CVCC stands for Consonant-Vowel-Consonant-Consonant (e.g., park). CCVC stands for Consonant-Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (e.g., flag).

2. Example list:

   • cat: "The cat sat on the mat."
   • dog: "The dog barked loudly."
   • sun: "The sun is shining bright."
   • bed: "I made my bed this morning."
   • pig: "The pig rolled in the mud."

3. Example CVCC words could include:

   • last: "I will last until the end."
   • milk: "I drink milk every morning."
   • park: "We went to the park yesterday."
   • lamp: "The lamp was turned off."

4. Example CCVC words:

   • frog: Draw a frog and label it.
   • flag: Draw a flag and label it.
   • drum: Draw a drum and label it.

5. Underlined words will vary depending on the student's work.

6. Answers will vary; students should explain their thoughts clearly.

7. Answers will vary; students should create a crossword puzzle and provide appropriate clues.

8. Strategies might include breaking down the word into syllables, identifying the number of consonants and vowels, or using a dictionary to check the word categories.

Printables

| Question                                                             | Answer |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| What does CVC stand for, and can you give an example?              |        |
| How do CVCC words differ from CVC words?                            |        |
| Can you list three examples of CCVC words?                         |        |
| Why is understanding word structures important for reading?         |        |
| In your group activity, what strategies did you use to find words? |        |
| How many CVC words can you think of in one minute?                 |        |
| Can you name a CVCC word and break it down into its sounds?        |        |
| What CVC word was the easiest for you to remember and why?         |        |
| How did your group collaborate during the activity?                 |        |
| What was a new word structure you learned today?                    |        |