My First Words lesson for Pre- School Students By Mildred Saavedra EDIT 430 SUMMER 2007 Back Next

Introducing letters Teaching children about letters that later turn into words is a challenge. It takes a lot of hard work in and out of the classroom. And with this simple lesson parents can help their children as well. Here are some suggestions: When teaching a child about the alphabet be creative Teach each letter in a fun and interactive way. Make sure to focus on what the child likes Use crafts and manipulatives Find songs that relate to the ABC’S

Intro continued… Also you can find web sites that provide worksheets or dittos to reinforce what the child is learning. Teach child animal sounds to identify each letter When introducing spelling to the child, teach letter by letter Keep a journal for the child to practice his new letters and words. Create games or activities that will help the child practice: flashcards, quizzes, poster boards.

Activities A Apple Flash card

Quiz Which fruit begins with the letter A?

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Poster

Resources These web sites are a great place to get ideas and to download free resources for your child.