K is for King: Exploring the Letter K with Song and Story!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:48 Video
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Lesson Description

Join Kaylee, Kenny, and Kimmy in a fun-filled adventure to learn all about the letter K! We'll sing, dance, and discover words that start with K.

Video Resource

"The Letter K Song" by ABCmouse.com

ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy

Duration: 2:48
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Key Concepts

  • The letter K (uppercase and lowercase)
  • The sound the letter K makes
  • Words that start with the letter K

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the uppercase and lowercase letter K.
  • Students will be able to recognize the sound /k/ at the beginning of words.
  • Students will be able to name at least three words that start with the letter K.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking the children if they know any words that start with the /k/ sound. Introduce the letter K (both uppercase and lowercase) and explain that today's lesson is all about this letter. Show flashcards or images of the letter K.
  • Watch the Video (5 mins)
    Play "The Letter K Song" video from ABCmouse.com. Encourage the children to clap and dance along.
  • Discussion (5 mins)
    After watching the video, ask the children what they saw and heard in the song. Focus on the words that start with the letter K.
  • Activity: 'K' Word Hunt (10 mins)
    Provide each child with a picture sheet or a collection of objects. Ask them to identify and point to the objects whose names start with the letter K. Examples: kite, king, key, kazoo.
  • Craft: Kite Making (10 mins)
    Provide simple materials like paper, string, and crayons. Help the children create their own kites. While crafting, reinforce the word 'kite' and its /k/ sound.
  • Review and Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the letter K, its sound, and the words learned during the lesson. Sing the 'Letter K Song' again as a final activity.

Interactive Exercises

  • Letter K Tracing
    Provide worksheets with dotted lines for the uppercase and lowercase letter K. Have the children trace the letters to practice writing them.
  • Sorting Game
    Prepare a collection of picture cards with various objects. Ask the children to sort the cards into two groups: those that start with the letter K and those that don't.

Discussion Questions

  • What letter are we learning about today?
  • What sound does the letter K make?
  • Can you think of other words that start with the letter K besides the ones in the song?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Phonological awareness
  • Vocabulary building
  • Fine motor skills

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which letter are we learning about today?

Correct Answer: K

Question 2:

What sound does the letter K make, like in 'kite'?

Correct Answer: /k/

Question 3:

Which of these starts with the letter K?

Correct Answer: Kite

Question 4:

In the song, what did Kenny play?

Correct Answer: Kazoo

Question 5:

In the song, what did Kimmy fly?

Correct Answer: Kite

Question 6:

Kaylee kissed a frog, and he turned into a...

Correct Answer: King

Question 7:

What did the king give Kaylee?

Correct Answer: Key

Question 8:

What did Kimmy say to her kite when it flew away?

Correct Answer: Goodbye

Question 9:

Is 'cookie' a K word?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 10:

Is 'dog' a K word?

Correct Answer: No

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

We are learning about the letter ___ today.

Correct Answer: K

Question 2:

A _____ is something you can fly in the sky.

Correct Answer: Kite

Question 3:

The _______ gave Kaylee a key.

Correct Answer: King

Question 4:

Kenny played a _______.

Correct Answer: Kazoo

Question 5:

Kaylee was very ____ to the frog.

Correct Answer: Kind

Question 6:

Kimmy had to ____ her kite goodbye.

Correct Answer: Kiss

Question 7:

The /k/ sound is in the word ______.

Correct Answer: Kite

Question 8:

A _______ can open a door.

Correct Answer: Key

Question 9:

A _______ wears a crown.

Correct Answer: King

Question 10:

We can make a _____ out of paper.

Correct Answer: Kite

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.4.R.3:Students will begin to acquire new vocabulary and relate new words to prior knowledge. PK.2.F.2:Students will chorally recite familiar texts (e.g., rhymes, songs, poetry, etc.). PK.3.R.2:Students will answer basic questions (e.g., who, what, where, and when) about texts, photographs, or illustrations during shared reading or other text experiences with prompting.

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