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Syllable and Phonics Activities for K

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Phonological Awareness: Count and Pronounce Syllables


Point to the pineapple and say its name. Model clapping for each syllable or part in the word. Point out
that there are three parts or syllables in pineapple. Tell children that you will write the number 3 in the
box because pineapple has three parts or syllables. Point to and name the picture in each row. Tell children
to write a number on the line to show how many parts or syllables they hear. Then have children identify
the syllables or word parts in each word.

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Review Phonics: /m/m, /a/a, /p/p, /s/s, /t/t


Point to and say the word ant in the apple row. Say that it begins with the /a/ sound. Explain that the
letter a stands for the /a/ sound. Now point to and say the names of the rest of the pictures on the page.
Have children write the letter that stands for the first sound in the picture name on the lines. Remind
children to look at the pictures in each row from left to right and work their way from the top of the page
to the bottom.

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Review Phonics: /m/m, /a/a, /p/p, /s/s, /t/t


Point to and say the name of each picture on the page. Then tell children to write the letter that stands for
the first sound in the picture name on the line. Remind children to look at the pictures in each row from
left to right and to work their way through the page from top to bottom.

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Pam at tap Sam

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Phonics/Spelling
Decode Words: Say am and point to your mouth position. Repeat with sat. Write both words and model
how to decode them by saying the sounds in each word and then blending them together to say each word.
Then have children decode the words at the top of the page. Spell Words: Tell children to write the word
that names the picture on the lines. Then dictate the words mat, sat, at, am, and Tam for children to spell.

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a like see
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we the a

the like we

see a the
Review High-Frequency Words
Have children follow these directions:
Circle the word see. Circle the word the.
Circle the word we. Circle the word a.
Dictate the words the, we, see, a, and like for children to spell.

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Category Words: Textures


Explain to children that things can feel differently. Say: Cotton is soft but a book is hard. Silk is a smooth
fabric. Sandpaper is rough.
Circle the pictures of things that are soft.
Circle the pictures of things that are hard.
Circle the pictures of things that are rough.
Encourage children to use texture words in sentences with a partner.

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Category Words Review


Circle the pictures in this row that show feelings.
Circle the pictures in this row that show shapes.
Circle the pictures in this row that show things that are yellow.
Encourage children to use feeling, shape, and color words in sentences with a partner.

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We dance to the music.

The frog jumps.

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He runs fast.

The boy rides the bike.

Grammar: Verbs
Remind children that a verb is a word that tells about an action. Say: The word eats is a verb because it
tells about an action, or what someone is doing. The words walks and hops are verbs. Tell children to listen
to each sentence and circle the verb in each one. Then have children refer back to a piece of writing that
they did during the week and make sure they used verbs or action words correctly.

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The child .

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Pam .

jumps up

The frog .

far leaps

The man .

fishes rod
Grammar: Verbs
Point to and name the pictures on the page. Then read each sentence and the two answer choices. Tell
children to write the verb that completes each sentence on the line.

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Can i sit?

we like to nap.

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Nat Can pat the cat.

We can go?

Edit/Proofread
Tell children to listen as you read aloud the sentences. Have them rewrite each sentence so each one
shows correct capitalization and end punctuation.

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We like the bugs
! We see a bee
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Connect to Community Review High-Frequency Words: the, a, see, we, like
Encourage children to read the story to a family member or a friend. Have children set a purpose for reading, such as finding out what the
children see. Point to the space between each word on page 1. Then
encourage children to point to the space between each word on
page 2.
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We see a caterpillar . We see a butterfly .


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The document suggests integrating literacy learning with community and family engagement by encouraging children to read stories to a family member or a friend. This not only supports literacy development but also strengthens communication skills and fosters a community-driven learning environment that values family involvement in educational activities .

High-frequency words can be reviewed by having children circle the words such as 'see', 'the', 'we', and 'a', and then dictating these words for children to spell. This exercise helps to reinforce recognition and spelling of commonly used words .

Including activities that require rewriting sentences with correct capitalization and punctuation is educationally significant because it instills an understanding of written conventions, boosting children’s proofreading and editing skills. It helps children to pay attention to detail, enhances their ability to create grammatically correct sentences, and contributes to their overall literacy competence .

The method suggested involves pointing to the object, saying its name, and modeling clapping for each syllable or part in the word. For 'pineapple', children are shown that there are three syllables, and they should write the number 3 in the box because the word has three parts. This approach helps in distinguishing syllables in verbal and written activities .

The suggested activities enhance understanding by explaining that objects can feel differently and encouraging children to categorize pictures based on textures such as 'soft', 'hard', 'smooth', and 'rough'. This categorization activity not only improves vocabulary related to textures but also develops sensory awareness and cognitive processing skills through the differentiation of tactile experiences .

Discussing and using texture words in sentences with a partner is encouraged to promote interactive learning and social collaboration. This approach augments verbal skills, allows sharing of diverse sensory experiences, and reinforces learning through peer interaction and practical application of vocabulary, facilitating a more dynamic and engaged learning atmosphere .

Techniques recommended include modeling the decoding of words by saying each sound in the word and blending them to pronounce the word. Children are then guided to write the word that matches the picture provided and to spell dictated words like 'mat', 'sat', illustrating a comprehensive framework for developing literacy skills through phonemic awareness and writing practice .

The curriculum addresses grammar by explaining that a verb is a word that indicates an action, with examples like 'eats', 'walks', and 'hops'. Children are directed to listen to sentences and circle the verbs, and then to ensure the correct use of verbs in their writing. This pragmatic approach to grammar reinforces the functional use of language in their daily communication and writing tasks .

Pointing to the spaces between words in a text aids children in understanding word boundaries and tracking during reading. It highlights the structure of written language, aiding in the development of fluency and comprehension as it teaches children about the organization of text visually, promoting better reading practices .

The activities promote phonetic awareness by having children identify and write the letters that stand for the initial sounds of words as represented by pictures. This exercise reinforces the connection between sounds and letters, an essential component of reading and writing readiness, and builds foundational skills in phonetic recognition .

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