Understanding the Letter U with ABCmouse!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:17 Video
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Lesson Description

A fun and engaging lesson to introduce the letter U, its sounds, and words that start with it, using the ABCmouse.com song.

Video Resource

"The Letter U Song" by ABCmouse.com

ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy

Duration: 2:17
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Key Concepts

  • Letter recognition (uppercase and lowercase U)
  • Phonetic awareness (sounds of the letter U: 'uh', 'yu', 'oo')
  • Vocabulary development (words starting with U)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the uppercase and lowercase letter U.
  • Students will be able to pronounce the different sounds of the letter U.
  • Students will be able to name at least three words that start with the letter U.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking the children if they know the letter U. Show them the uppercase and lowercase letter U on a board or chart. Ask them if they know any words that start with the letter U.
  • Video Time (3 mins)
    Play "The Letter U Song" by ABCmouse.com. Encourage the children to sing along and dance. Point out the letter U whenever it appears on the screen.
  • Sound Exploration (7 mins)
    After the video, discuss the different sounds the letter U makes. Use examples from the song: 'uh' as in 'untie,' 'yu' as in 'use,' and 'oo' as in 'Umberto.' Have the children repeat the words and sounds after you.
  • U-Word Brainstorm (5 mins)
    As a class, brainstorm more words that start with the letter U. Write them on the board or chart. Encourage participation and praise all attempts.
  • U-Art Activity (5 mins)
    Provide each child with a piece of paper and crayons. Have them draw a picture of something that starts with the letter U (e.g., umbrella, uniform, ukulele). Help them label their pictures with the letter U or the full word.

Interactive Exercises

  • U Sound Sorting
    Prepare picture cards of words with different U sounds (e.g., umbrella, unicorn, flute). Have the children sort the cards into groups based on the sound of the U.
  • U Find and Circle
    Provide a worksheet with various letters and words. Have the children find and circle all the uppercase and lowercase letter U's.

Discussion Questions

  • What sound does the letter U make?
  • Can you name something that starts with the letter U?
  • What was your favorite part of the song?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Phonetic awareness
  • Vocabulary building
  • Active Listening

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What letter are we learning about today?

Correct Answer: U

Question 2:

Which picture starts with the letter 'U'?

Correct Answer: Umbrella

Question 3:

What sound does the letter 'U' make in 'up'?

Correct Answer: /ah/

Question 4:

Is 'U' a big letter or a little letter?

Correct Answer: Both!

Question 5:

Which of these is the letter 'U'?

Correct Answer: U

Question 6:

What letter comes before 'U' in the alphabet?

Correct Answer: T

Question 7:

Which color is an umbrella?

Correct Answer: It can be all!

Question 8:

What is a 'yu' sound like?

Correct Answer: Use

Question 9:

When is the 'u' sound 'oo'?

Correct Answer: Una

Question 10:

What does a ukulele start with?

Correct Answer: U

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

The letter ____ comes after T.

Correct Answer: U

Question 2:

____ comes after T!

Correct Answer: U

Question 3:

____ is for Up!

Correct Answer: U

Question 4:

An _____ keeps you dry in the rain.

Correct Answer: Umbrella

Question 5:

________ comes before V in the alphabet

Correct Answer: U

Question 6:

Please ____ the door

Correct Answer: Undo

Question 7:

I wanna ____ the box

Correct Answer: Unwrap

Question 8:

I will ____ my shoes

Correct Answer: Untie

Question 9:

Una starts with letter ____

Correct Answer: U

Question 10:

Ulalaili starts with letter ____

Correct Answer: U

Educational Standards

PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. PK.2.PWS.3:Students will produce some sounds represented by 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.

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