M is for Moose! Let's Learn to Write M!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:40 Video
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Lesson Description

A fun and engaging lesson for Pre-K students learning to write the letter 'M', both uppercase and lowercase, using the Singing Walrus video.

Video Resource

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

The Singing Walrus - English Songs For Kids

Duration: 2:40
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Key Concepts

  • Letter recognition (uppercase and lowercase 'M')
  • Letter formation (correct strokes and directionality)
  • Phonemic awareness (sound of 'M')
  • Association of letter 'M' with a word (Moose)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the uppercase and lowercase letter 'M'.
  • Students will be able to follow step-by-step instructions to write the uppercase letter 'M'.
  • Students will be able to follow step-by-step instructions to write the lowercase letter 'm'.
  • Students will be able to associate the letter 'M' with the word 'Moose'.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students if they know any words that start with the /m/ sound. Introduce the video "Write the letter M | Alphabet Writing lesson for children | The Singing Walrus". Explain that they will be learning how to write the letter 'M', just like in the video.
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the video "Write the letter M | Alphabet Writing lesson for children | The Singing Walrus". Encourage students to watch carefully and listen to the instructions.
  • Uppercase 'M' Practice (10 mins)
    After the video demonstrates writing the uppercase 'M', guide students through the steps again. Have them practice writing 'M' on the provided practice sheet (downloaded from The Singing Walrus website) or on a blank piece of paper. Circulate to provide individual assistance and encouragement.
  • Lowercase 'm' Practice (10 mins)
    After the video demonstrates writing the lowercase 'm', guide students through the steps again. Have them practice writing 'm' on the practice sheet or paper. Circulate to provide individual assistance and encouragement.
  • Review and Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the uppercase and lowercase 'M'. Ask students to name other things that start with the letter 'M'. Praise their effort and participation.

Interactive Exercises

  • 'M' Sound Hunt
    Hide objects around the room that start with the letter 'M' (e.g., marker, mat, marble, moose toy if available). Have the students find the objects and say the word aloud, emphasizing the /m/ sound.
  • Writing 'M' in the Air
    Guide students to write the uppercase and lowercase 'M' in the air using their finger. This reinforces the motor movements involved in letter formation.

Discussion Questions

  • What sound does the letter 'M' make?
  • Can you think of other words that start with the letter 'M'?
  • Was it hard or easy to write the letter 'M'? Why?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Handwriting
  • Fine motor skills
  • Phonemic awareness

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which of these is the big 'M'?

Correct Answer: M

Question 2:

Which animal starts with the letter 'M'?

Correct Answer: Moose

Question 3:

What is the small 'm' called?

Correct Answer: Little m

Question 4:

Which way does the first line of big 'M' go?

Correct Answer: Down

Question 5:

Which letter comes after 'L'?

Correct Answer: M

Question 6:

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

Correct Answer: Monkey

Question 7:

How many lines go down for big 'M'?

Correct Answer: Two

Question 8:

What shape is in lowercase m?

Correct Answer: Curve

Question 9:

What comes before 'M' in the alphabet?

Correct Answer: L

Question 10:

What did the Singing Walrus teach us?

Correct Answer: How to write 'M'

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

The letter 'M' makes the sound /_____/.

Correct Answer: m

Question 2:

Big 'M' is also called _____ M.

Correct Answer: capital

Question 3:

Little 'm' is also called _____ m.

Correct Answer: lowercase

Question 4:

A _____ starts with the letter 'M'.

Correct Answer: moose

Question 5:

We use a _____ to write.

Correct Answer: pencil

Question 6:

First, make a line _____ to write big M

Correct Answer: down

Question 7:

To write little m, start in the _____

Correct Answer: middle

Question 8:

When writing the little 'm', go back up to the middle and _____.

Correct Answer: around

Question 9:

The big 'M' has _____ lines.

Correct Answer: four

Question 10:

After 'M', the Singing Walrus will teach us to write '_____'.

Correct Answer: N

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.8.W:Students will begin to express their ideas using a combination of drawing and emergent writing with prompting.

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