Marvelous M's: A Letter M Adventure!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:28 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's explore the letter 'M' through a fun song, learn 'M' words, and practice saying the 'M' sound! Get ready to sing, dance, and discover the marvelous letter 'M'!

Video Resource

"The Letter M Song" by ABCmouse.com

ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy

Duration: 2:28
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Key Concepts

  • Letter recognition (uppercase and lowercase M)
  • Phonetic awareness (the /m/ sound)
  • Vocabulary building (M words)
  • Listening Comprehension

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the letter 'M' (uppercase and lowercase).
  • Students will be able to produce the /m/ sound.
  • Students will be able to recognize and say at least three words that start with the letter 'M'.
  • Students will follow along with the song and identify different M words.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Greet students and introduce the letter of the day: 'M'. Show them a picture of an uppercase 'M' and a lowercase 'm'. Ask them if they know any words that start with 'M'.
  • Video Time (5 mins)
    Play "The Letter M Song" video. Encourage children to sing along and dance. Point out the 'M' words as they appear in the song.
  • M-Word Brainstorm (10 mins)
    After the video, brainstorm 'M' words with the class. Write them on the board or a large sheet of paper. Examples: moon, monkey, mommy, mittens, marshmallows, milk, map, music, man.
  • M Sound Practice (5 mins)
    Practice making the /m/ sound together. Emphasize pressing your lips together. Play a game where you say a word and the children say 'M' if it starts with the /m/ sound or nothing if it doesn't.
  • M is for...
    Have the students draw a picture of something that starts with the letter M.
  • Letter Craft: M is for Monster!
    Provide construction paper and craft supplies (googly eyes, pipe cleaners, etc.). Have students create a "M" monster. Start with cutting a large 'M' out of the construction paper. This reinforces letter recognition and fine motor skills.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the letter 'M' and the words they learned. Sing the 'M' song again if time allows.

Interactive Exercises

  • M-Word Charades
    Act out 'M' words (e.g., monkey, man, moon) and have the children guess the word.
  • M-Word Flashcards
    Show flashcards with 'M' words and pictures. Have the children say the word and the /m/ sound.

Discussion Questions

  • What sound does the letter 'M' make?
  • Can you think of other words that start with 'M'?
  • What was your favorite 'M' word from the song?
  • How do you make the M sound?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Phonetic awareness
  • Vocabulary development
  • Listening skills
  • Fine motor skills

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What sound does the letter 'M' make?

Correct Answer: /m/

Question 2:

Which picture starts with 'M'?

Correct Answer: Moon

Question 3:

Which of these is a M word?

Correct Answer: Monkey

Question 4:

In the song, what did Max the monkey mash?

Correct Answer: Mangos

Question 5:

The letter M comes after which letter?

Correct Answer: L

Question 6:

The letter M is for?

Correct Answer: Mom

Question 7:

What does the letter M look like?

Correct Answer: Two humps

Question 8:

Which word is not a M word?

Correct Answer: Ball

Question 9:

What do you do with your lips when you make the M sound?

Correct Answer: Press them together

Question 10:

Which animal starts with the letter M?

Correct Answer: Bird

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

M is for ______.

Correct Answer: Monkey

Question 2:

The letter ___ comes after L.

Correct Answer: M

Question 3:

The sound of M is /___/.

Correct Answer: m

Question 4:

______ are small.

Correct Answer: Munchkins

Question 5:

Mike the _____ wrote a message to Mindy.

Correct Answer: marine

Question 6:

Max the ______ mashed mangos.

Correct Answer: monkey

Question 7:

We press our _____ together to make the M sound.

Correct Answer: lips

Question 8:

M is for _______.

Correct Answer: Mom

Question 9:

_______ are tall.

Correct Answer: Mammoths

Question 10:

M is for ______ stew.

Correct Answer: Mulligan

Educational Standards

PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. 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.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.

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