Let's Learn About Upper and Lower Case Letters!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 1:11 Video
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Lesson Description

A fun lesson using the 'Between the Lions' video to introduce and explore uppercase and lowercase letters.

Video Resource

Between the Lions: "Upper and Lower Case"

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Duration: 1:11
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Key Concepts

  • Uppercase letters (big letters)
  • Lowercase letters (small letters)
  • Letters in our names

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify uppercase and lowercase letters.
  • Students will be able to differentiate between uppercase and lowercase letters.
  • Students will be able to name the letters in their first name and identify if they are uppercase or lowercase.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students if they know the alphabet. Ask them if they know that letters come in big and small sizes. Explain that today they will learn about uppercase (big) and lowercase (small) letters and watch a fun video about them.
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the 'Between the Lions' video: 'Upper and Lower Case'. Encourage students to sing along and clap to the music.
  • Discussion (5 mins)
    After the video, ask students what they learned about uppercase and lowercase letters. Review key concepts from the video, emphasizing the difference in size and use (e.g., uppercase for names).
  • Letter Hunt (10 mins)
    Provide worksheets with a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters. Have students circle all the uppercase letters in one color and all the lowercase letters in another color. Alternatively, use alphabet blocks or magnetic letters for a more hands-on approach.
  • Name Game (10 mins)
    Write each student's name on a piece of paper, using uppercase for the first letter and lowercase for the remaining letters. Have students identify the uppercase and lowercase letters in their name. Then, have them try to write their name.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the difference between uppercase and lowercase letters. Sing the 'Between the Lions' song again. Praise students for their participation.

Interactive Exercises

  • Letter Sorting
    Provide a set of mixed uppercase and lowercase letter cards. Have students sort the cards into two groups: big letters and small letters.
  • Name Writing
    Help each student write their name using an uppercase letter for the first letter and lowercase for the rest. Provide guidance and support as needed.

Discussion Questions

  • What is a big letter called?
  • What is a small letter called?
  • Can you find any big letters in your name?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Fine motor skills (writing)
  • Listening skills

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which letter is BIG?

Correct Answer: B

Question 2:

Which letter is small?

Correct Answer: b

Question 3:

What is another word for BIG letters?

Correct Answer: Upper Case

Question 4:

What is another word for small letters?

Correct Answer: Lower Case

Question 5:

Which one is an upper case letter?

Correct Answer: C

Question 6:

Which one is a lower case letter?

Correct Answer: c

Question 7:

Which letter is big like a house?

Correct Answer: R

Question 8:

Which letter is small like a mouse?

Correct Answer: y

Question 9:

What kind of letter starts your name?

Correct Answer: Big

Question 10:

Which letters go first in the name?

Correct Answer: Upper Case

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

A big letter is called ______ case.

Correct Answer: upper

Question 2:

A small letter is called ______ case.

Correct Answer: lower

Question 3:

My name starts with a _____ letter.

Correct Answer: big

Question 4:

Small letters help us write the ______ of words.

Correct Answer: rest

Question 5:

If the letter is big, it's an ______ case letter.

Correct Answer: upper

Question 6:

If the letter is small, it's a ______ case letter.

Correct Answer: lower

Question 7:

The song said, upper case letters are ______.

Correct Answer: big

Question 8:

The song said, lower case letters are ______.

Correct Answer: small

Question 9:

In my name, I have an ______ case and lower case letters.

Correct Answer: upper

Question 10:

_______ case letters do all the rest of the work!

Correct Answer: Lower

Educational Standards

PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. PK.2.PC.6:Students will begin to write some uppercase and lowercase letters including the majority of the letters in their first name with prompting. PK.2.F.2:Students will chorally recite familiar texts (e.g., rhymes, songs, poetry, etc.). PK.1.L.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting.

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