C is for Cat: Learning to Write the Letter C!

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

A fun and engaging lesson to introduce Pre-K students to writing the letter 'C', both uppercase and lowercase, using a catchy video and interactive activities.

Video Resource

Write the letter C | Alphabet Writing lesson for children | The Singing Walrus

The Singing Walrus - English Songs For Kids

Duration: 2:17
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Key Concepts

  • Uppercase letter 'C'
  • Lowercase letter 'c'
  • Letter-sound correspondence (C is for Cat)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the uppercase and lowercase letter 'C'.
  • Students will be able to trace and write the uppercase and lowercase letter 'C'.
  • Students will be able to associate the letter 'C' with the sound it makes and the word 'cat'.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what letters they already know. Introduce the letter 'C' and tell them they will learn to write it. Show pictures of cats and other C words (car, crayon).
  • Video Viewing (3 mins)
    Play the 'Write the letter C' video by The Singing Walrus. Encourage students to follow along with their fingers in the air as they watch the video.
  • Guided Practice (10 mins)
    Distribute the free practice sheets (or plain paper). Guide students to trace and write the uppercase 'C' and lowercase 'c', following the instructions from the video. Provide individual assistance as needed.
  • Independent Practice (7 mins)
    Allow students to practice writing the letter 'C' independently on their practice sheets. Encourage them to say the letter name and sound as they write.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the letter 'C'. Ask students to name words that start with 'C'. Display student work.

Interactive Exercises

  • 'C' Scavenger Hunt
    Hide pictures of objects starting with 'C' (car, crayon, cat) around the room. Have students find them and say the word and letter.
  • Writing in Sand/Salt
    Provide trays of sand or salt and have students practice writing the letter 'C' with their fingers.

Discussion Questions

  • What letter did we learn today?
  • Can you think of other words that start with the letter 'C'?
  • What is the difference between the big 'C' and the little 'c'?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Fine motor skills (handwriting)
  • Phonological awareness (letter-sound correspondence)

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What letter did we learn about today?

Correct Answer: C

Question 2:

Which picture starts with the letter C?

Correct Answer: Cat

Question 3:

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

Correct Answer: Both big and little

Question 4:

What sound does the letter C make in 'cat'?

Correct Answer: /k/

Question 5:

Which one is the uppercase 'C'?

Correct Answer: C

Question 6:

What do you need to write the letter 'C'?

Correct Answer: Pencil

Question 7:

What is something we saw in the video?

Correct Answer: Walrus

Question 8:

The letter 'C' is curved like a...

Correct Answer: Circle

Question 9:

Where do we start writing a big 'C'?

Correct Answer: Top

Question 10:

A small letter 'c' is called...

Correct Answer: Lowercase

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

'C' is for ____.

Correct Answer: Cat

Question 2:

The big 'C' is called ____.

Correct Answer: uppercase

Question 3:

We write the letter 'C' with a _____.

Correct Answer: pencil

Question 4:

The little 'c' is called _____.

Correct Answer: lowercase

Question 5:

C -c- _____!

Correct Answer: cat

Question 6:

We practice writing on a _____.

Correct Answer: paper

Question 7:

We go _____ to the bottom to write C.

Correct Answer: around

Question 8:

A car starts with the letter _____

Correct Answer: C

Question 9:

C is next to the letter _____

Correct Answer: D

Question 10:

We watch a ____ to learn about C.

Correct Answer: video

Educational Standards

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.1.L.2:Students will follow simple one-step oral directions. PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. PK.1.L.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting.

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