Jumpin' for J! Learning the Letter J with Letter School

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:20 Video
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Lesson Description

A fun and interactive lesson to introduce Pre-K students to the letter 'J,' focusing on recognition, formation, and sounds using the Letter School App video as a guide.

Video Resource

The letter j - Learn to write the alphabet with Letter School

KimZi

Duration: 2:20
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Key Concepts

  • Letter recognition (uppercase and lowercase J)
  • Letter formation (writing J)
  • The sound associated with the letter J

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the uppercase and lowercase letter 'J'.
  • Students will begin to trace and write the letter 'J'.
  • Students will be able to say the sound that letter 'J' makes.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students if they know any words that start with the letter 'J' (e.g., juice, jam, jump). Show pictures of these items. Introduce the letter 'J' (uppercase and lowercase) and explain that today they will learn how to recognize and write it.
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the 'The letter j - Learn to write the alphabet with Letter School' video. Encourage students to watch carefully how the letter 'J' is formed in both uppercase and lowercase.
  • Guided Practice (10 mins)
    After the video, guide students in practicing writing the letter 'J' in the air with their fingers. Then, provide worksheets or a whiteboard where they can trace and write the letter 'J'. Offer assistance and encouragement as needed.
  • Activity: 'J' Word Hunt (5 mins)
    Hide pictures of items that start with the letter 'J' (e.g., jar, jacket, jewels) around the room. Have students search for the pictures and say the word aloud when they find them. This reinforces letter-sound association.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the letter 'J,' both uppercase and lowercase. Ask students to name things they learned that start with 'J'. Sing a simple alphabet song emphasizing the 'J' sound.

Interactive Exercises

  • Letter 'J' Sensory Bin
    Create a sensory bin filled with items that start with the letter 'J' (e.g., toy jewels, small jars, jump ropes). Have students explore the bin and identify the items.
  • J is for Jellybean Art
    Provide students with a large letter 'J' outline. Have them glue jellybeans onto the letter to create a colorful 'J' masterpiece.

Discussion Questions

  • What does the letter 'J' look like?
  • Can you think of any words that start with the letter 'J'?
  • How do we write the letter 'J'?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Fine motor skills (writing)
  • Phonological awareness (letter-sound association)

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which letter is this: J?

Correct Answer: J

Question 2:

What sound does the letter J make?

Correct Answer: /j/

Question 3:

Is this a big J or a little j?

Correct Answer: Big J

Question 4:

What starts with the letter J?

Correct Answer: Juice

Question 5:

What color is juice most of the time?

Correct Answer: Orange

Question 6:

Can you jump?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 7:

What is it called when there are a lot of jewels

Correct Answer: Jewelry

Question 8:

Can you make a jumping jack?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 9:

If you're a king, what do you need to wear?

Correct Answer: Crown

Question 10:

Is it okay to jump on your bed?

Correct Answer: No

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

J is for ______.

Correct Answer: Juice

Question 2:

The little j looks like a hook and a ______.

Correct Answer: dot

Question 3:

The letter J makes the /____/ sound.

Correct Answer: j

Question 4:

When I'm hungry, I get ____.

Correct Answer: jam

Question 5:

Jewels are used for _____

Correct Answer: jewelry

Question 6:

_____ is a fun exercise to do

Correct Answer: Jumping

Question 7:

______ is a yummy drink!

Correct Answer: Juice

Question 8:

Some people like to wear a ____

Correct Answer: Jacket

Question 9:

Some people get a boo boo, and drink ____.

Correct Answer: Juice

Question 10:

J is the ____ letter

Correct Answer: tenth

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.PWS.3:Students will produce some sounds represented by letters. PK.1.L.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting.

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