P is for Party! Learning the Letter P with ABCmouse

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:29 Video
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Lesson Description

A fun and interactive lesson plan designed to introduce Pre-K students to the letter 'P' through music, movement, and engaging activities. Based on the ABCmouse.com 'The Letter P Song'.

Video Resource

"The Letter P Song" by ABCmouse.com

ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy

Duration: 2:29
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Key Concepts

  • Letter Recognition (uppercase and lowercase P)
  • Phonemic Awareness (the /p/ sound)
  • Vocabulary Development (P words)
  • Rhyming

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the letter 'P' (uppercase and lowercase).
  • Students will be able to produce the /p/ sound.
  • Students will be able to name several words that begin with the letter 'P'.
  • Students will be able to recognize rhyming words featured in the song.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Greet students and introduce the letter of the day: 'P'. Show a large uppercase 'P' and lowercase 'p'. Ask if anyone knows any words that start with 'P'. Briefly discuss what sounds the letter 'P' makes.
  • Watch the Video (3 mins)
    Play 'The Letter P Song' by ABCmouse.com. Encourage students to sing along and dance.
  • Discussion (5 mins)
    After watching the video, ask students about the song. What were some of the 'P' words they heard? What was Polly doing? What kind of pet did Peter and Pearl get?
  • Interactive Activity: 'P' Word Sort (10 mins)
    Prepare a set of picture cards with various images, some starting with 'P' and some that don't. Have students sort the cards into two piles: 'P' words and Not 'P' words. Say each word aloud, emphasizing the initial sound. Examples: pizza, pig, apple, dog, pumpkin, pen.
  • Rhyme Time (5 mins)
    Introduce the concept of rhyming. Use words from the song (e.g., pup, up) and ask students to think of other words that rhyme. You can also say two words and ask them if they rhyme or not.
  • Letter P Writing Practice (7 mins)
    Provide students with a worksheet with dotted lines to trace uppercase and lowercase 'P'. Guide them as they practice writing the letter. Alternatively, use playdough, sand, or other tactile materials to form the letter 'P'.

Interactive Exercises

  • P Sound Actions
    Have the children do actions that start with the letter 'P'. For example, P is for pat (pat your head), P is for point (point to the sky), P is for pretend (pretend to sleep).
  • 'P' Scavenger Hunt
    If time and resources allow, conduct a quick scavenger hunt in the classroom for objects that start with 'P' (e.g., pencil, paper, plant).

Discussion Questions

  • What are some things you like to eat that start with the letter 'P'?
  • If you were having a 'P' party, what would you do?
  • Can you think of any animal that starts with the letter 'P'?
  • What is your favorite part of the video?

Skills Developed

  • Letter Recognition
  • Phonemic Awareness
  • Vocabulary Development
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Listening Comprehension
  • Rhyming

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which letter are we learning about today?

Correct Answer: P

Question 2:

Which of these words starts with the letter P?

Correct Answer: Pizza

Question 3:

What sound does the letter P make?

Correct Answer: /p/

Question 4:

Polly went to a ______.

Correct Answer: Party

Question 5:

What kind of pet did Pearl and Peter get?

Correct Answer: Dog

Question 6:

Is 'Pup' or 'Dime' a P word?

Correct Answer: Pup

Question 7:

Which picture starts with the letter 'P'?

Correct Answer: (Picture of Pizza)

Question 8:

If you have a prize what letter does prize start with?

Correct Answer: P

Question 9:

What should you do to have some fun?

Correct Answer: Prepare

Question 10:

Did the kids get a pet in the video?

Correct Answer: Yes

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

P is for ______.

Correct Answer: Party

Question 2:

The letter P makes the /___/ sound.

Correct Answer: p

Question 3:

A round food that starts with 'P' is ______.

Correct Answer: pizza

Question 4:

The kids got a _____ for a pet.

Correct Answer: pup

Question 5:

In the video, Polly went to purchase Patty some ______.

Correct Answer: presents

Question 6:

A sweet treat in the video starts with 'p' and is called ______.

Correct Answer: peppermint

Question 7:

In the video, the kids played _____-_____.

Correct Answer: ping-pong

Question 8:

Some people like ______ on their hot dogs.

Correct Answer: pickles

Question 9:

Sometimes, people go to the _____ ____ to adopt an animal.

Correct Answer: pound

Question 10:

In the video, there was a _____ ______ for lunch.

Correct Answer: porcupine pudding

Educational Standards

PK.2.PA.4:Students will isolate the common initial sound when given a set of alliterative spoken words (e.g., the puppy pounces). PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. PK.2.F.2:Students will chorally recite familiar texts (e.g., rhymes, songs, poetry, etc.). PK.4.R.3:Students will begin to acquire new vocabulary and relate new words to prior knowledge. PK.1.L.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting.

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