Learning the Letter L with The Singing Walrus

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

An engaging lesson to introduce Pre-K students to the letter 'L', both uppercase and lowercase, through a fun video and interactive activities.

Video Resource

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

The Singing Walrus - English Songs For Kids

Duration: 2:17
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Key Concepts

  • Letter recognition (uppercase and lowercase 'L')
  • Letter formation (writing the letter 'L')
  • Association of the letter 'L' with a word (lion)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the uppercase and lowercase letter 'L'.
  • Students will be able to trace and write the uppercase and lowercase letter 'L'.
  • Students will be able to associate the letter 'L' with the word 'lion'.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what letters they already know. Introduce the letter 'L' and explain that they will learn how to write it today. Show them a picture of a lion and tell them that 'L' is for 'lion'.
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the YouTube video 'Write the letter L | Alphabet Writing lesson for children | The Singing Walrus'. Encourage students to watch carefully and listen to the instructions.
  • Guided Practice (10 mins)
    After the video, guide students through writing the uppercase and lowercase 'L' on a practice sheet (downloaded from The Singing Walrus website or created by the teacher). Model the letter formation on the board, emphasizing the steps: 'Down, across' for uppercase 'L' and 'Down' for lowercase 'l'.
  • Independent Practice (10 mins)
    Allow students to practice writing the letter 'L' independently on their practice sheets. Circulate to provide individual assistance and encouragement.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the letter 'L' and the word 'lion'. Ask students to name other words that start with the letter 'L'. Praise their efforts and encourage them to continue practicing.

Interactive Exercises

  • Letter 'L' Hunt
    Hide letter 'L' cutouts (both uppercase and lowercase) around the classroom. Have students find the letters and bring them to you.
  • 'L' is for Lion Coloring
    Provide students with a coloring page of a lion. Have them color the lion and write the letter 'L' on the page.

Discussion Questions

  • What letter did we learn today?
  • Can you show me the big 'L' and the small 'l'?
  • What animal starts with the letter 'L'?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Fine motor skills (writing)
  • Listening comprehension

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What letter are we learning about today?

Correct Answer: L

Question 2:

Which picture shows a big 'L'?

Correct Answer: L

Question 3:

Which picture shows a small 'l'?

Correct Answer: l

Question 4:

What animal starts with the letter 'L'?

Correct Answer: Lion

Question 5:

To make a big 'L', first go _____

Correct Answer: Down

Question 6:

Then to make a big 'L' go _____

Correct Answer: Across

Question 7:

To make a small 'l', first go _____

Correct Answer: Down

Question 8:

The Singing Walrus video helps us learn our _____

Correct Answer: Letters

Question 9:

Which one is the small 'l'?

Correct Answer: l

Question 10:

Which one is the big 'L'?

Correct Answer: L

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

L is for _____.

Correct Answer: Lion

Question 2:

A big 'L' is also called a _____ 'L'.

Correct Answer: Capital

Question 3:

A small 'l' is also called a _____ 'l'.

Correct Answer: Lowercase

Question 4:

We can _____ the letter 'L' on our paper.

Correct Answer: Write

Question 5:

First, we go _____ to make the big 'L'.

Correct Answer: Down

Question 6:

Then we go _____ to make the big 'L'.

Correct Answer: Across

Question 7:

We can find free worksheets on the Singing Walrus _____.

Correct Answer: Website

Question 8:

I like to _____ the letter L.

Correct Answer: Write

Question 9:

We can listen to the Singing Walrus sing on _____.

Correct Answer: Youtube

Question 10:

_____ starts with the letter L.

Correct Answer: Lion

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.

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