Jump Out Words: Let's Learn Sight Words with Jack Hartmann!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 3:06 Video
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Lesson Description

A fun and engaging lesson using the 'Sight Words | Sight Words Kindergarten | High Frequency Words | Popcorn Words | Jump Out Words' video by Jack Hartmann to introduce Pre-K students to sight words through music and movement.

Video Resource

Sight Words | Sight Words Kindergarten | High Frequency Words | Popcorn Words | Jump Out Words

Jack Hartmann Kids Music Channel

Duration: 3:06
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Key Concepts

  • Sight Words (High-Frequency Words)
  • Letter Recognition
  • Phonological Awareness
  • Reading Fluency

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify and pronounce at least 3 sight words.
  • Students will be able to recognize and name the letters used to spell the sight words.
  • Students will be able to follow simple instructions and participate in group activities.
  • Students will improve their letter-sound correspondence skills.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking the students what they already know about reading. Ask them what words they already know how to read. Introduce the concept of 'jump out words' or sight words - words we see often and learn to recognize quickly. Explain that today they will learn some new jump out words through a fun song.
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the 'Sight Words | Sight Words Kindergarten | High Frequency Words | Popcorn Words | Jump Out Words' video by Jack Hartmann. Encourage the children to sing along and do the actions as they watch.
  • Word Practice (10 mins)
    After watching the video, focus on 3-5 sight words from the song (e.g., 'the', 'and', 'you', 'of', 'to'). Write each word on a whiteboard or large paper. Say the word aloud, spell it out, and then say the word again. Have the students repeat after you. Discuss what each word means and use it in a simple sentence.
  • Movement Activity (5 mins)
    Reinforce learning with a movement activity. For each chosen sight word, assign a different action (e.g., 'the' = clap, 'and' = jump, 'you' = stomp). Say the sight word and have the children perform the corresponding action.
  • Word Hunt (5 mins)
    Provide students with simple books or printed materials. Have them search for the sight words they learned. When they find a word, they should point to it and say it aloud.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the sight words learned during the lesson. Sing the 'Jump Out Words' song again. Ask students which word was their favorite and why. Remind them to keep practicing their jump out words!

Interactive Exercises

  • Sight Word Charades
    Write the sight words on index cards. Have each student pick a card and act out the word without speaking. The other students have to guess the sight word.
  • Sight Word Bingo
    Create bingo cards with the sight words. Call out the words and have the students mark them on their cards. The first student to get bingo wins!

Discussion Questions

  • What is a sight word?
  • Why are sight words important for reading?
  • What was your favorite word from the song and why?
  • Where else have you seen these words before?

Skills Developed

  • Sight Word Recognition
  • Phonological Awareness
  • Listening Comprehension
  • Following Instructions
  • Gross Motor Skills

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

A 'Jump Out Word' is a word that we see a lot and can read very ____.

Correct Answer: Fast

Question 2:

In the song, what did the children roll like a wheel?

Correct Answer: Their arms

Question 3:

Which of these words was in the song?

Correct Answer: The

Question 4:

Which of these is a letter?

Correct Answer: A

Question 5:

In the song, what did the children shake?

Correct Answer: Their hips

Question 6:

What helps us read really cool and nice and smooth?

Correct Answer: Jump Out Words

Question 7:

Is 'the' a jump out word?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 8:

What did Jack Hartmann call sight words?

Correct Answer: Jump Out Words

Question 9:

Which of these words starts with the letter 'Y'?

Correct Answer: You

Question 10:

What should you do when you see a Jump Out Word?

Correct Answer: Say it out loud

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

T-H-E spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: the

Question 2:

A-N-D spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: and

Question 3:

Y-O-U spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: you

Question 4:

O-F spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: of

Question 5:

T-O spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: to

Question 6:

F-O-R spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: for

Question 7:

A-R-E spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: are

Question 8:

B-E spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: be

Question 9:

A-T spells the word ____.

Correct Answer: at

Question 10:

When I see Jump Out Words, I ____ them!

Correct Answer: know

Educational Standards

PK.2.F.1:Students will read their first name in print. PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. PK.2.F.2:Students will chorally recite familiar texts (e.g., rhymes, songs, poetry, etc.). PK.1.L.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting. PK.1.S.2:Students will engage in collaborative discussions about various topics and texts, including their own writing, with peers and adults in small and large groups with prompting.

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