Super 'S' Writing Adventure!

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

Let's learn how to write the letter 'S' with the Singing Walrus! We'll practice the big 'S' and the little 's' and have lots of fun!

Video Resource

Write the letter S | 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 (S)
  • Uppercase (Capital) 'S' formation
  • Lowercase (Small) 's' formation
  • S is for Snail

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the letter 'S' (uppercase and lowercase).
  • Students will be able to attempt to write the letter 'S' (uppercase and lowercase) with guidance.
  • Students will be able to associate the letter 'S' with the word 'snail'.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students if they know any animals or things that start with the /s/ sound. Introduce the Singing Walrus video and explain that they will be learning how to write the letter 'S'.
  • Video Viewing (3 mins)
    Play the 'Write the letter S' video from The Singing Walrus. Encourage students to watch carefully and listen to the instructions.
  • Guided Practice (10 mins)
    After the video, guide students in practicing writing the letter 'S'. Use the free practice sheet from The Singing Walrus website (link provided in video description). Demonstrate the formation of the capital 'S' and lowercase 's' on the board. Have students trace the letters on their practice sheets and then try writing them independently.
  • Snail Connection (2 mins)
    Remind students that 'S' is for 'Snail'. Have students draw a snail on the back of their worksheet and label it with the letter 'S'.

Interactive Exercises

  • 'S' Scavenger Hunt
    Have students look around the classroom for objects that start with the letter 'S'. Have them say the name of the object and point to it.
  • Sand Tray Writing
    Provide a tray of sand or salt. Have students practice writing the letter 'S' in the sand with their fingers.

Discussion Questions

  • What sound does the letter 'S' make?
  • Can you think of any other words that start with the letter 'S'?
  • Is the big 'S' and small 's' the same or different?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Fine motor skills (handwriting)
  • Phonological awareness (sound of 'S')
  • Listening comprehension

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What letter did we learn to write today?

Correct Answer: S

Question 2:

What animal starts with the letter 'S' in the video?

Correct Answer: Snail

Question 3:

Is 'S' a big letter or a small letter?

Correct Answer: Both!

Question 4:

When we write the big 'S', do we start at the top or the bottom?

Correct Answer: Top

Question 5:

Which one is a big 'S'?

Correct Answer: S

Question 6:

Which is the small letter?

Correct Answer: s

Question 7:

Is S for?

Correct Answer: Snail

Question 8:

Where does the letter S belong in the Alphabet?

Correct Answer: Near the end

Question 9:

What shape is the Letter S similar to?

Correct Answer: Snake

Question 10:

What do we need to write the letter S?

Correct Answer: Pencil

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

We use a _________ to write the letter 'S'.

Correct Answer: pencil

Question 2:

'S' is for __________.

Correct Answer: snail

Question 3:

A big 'S' is called a _________ 'S'.

Correct Answer: capital

Question 4:

A small 's' is called a _________ 's'.

Correct Answer: lowercase

Question 5:

We start writing the big 'S' at the _________.

Correct Answer: top

Question 6:

The letter S belongs in the __________.

Correct Answer: Alphabet

Question 7:

The small s looks like a little __________.

Correct Answer: snake

Question 8:

We use the __________ sheet to practice writting.

Correct Answer: practice

Question 9:

The singing __________ taught us about the letter S.

Correct Answer: walrus

Question 10:

The sound of the letter S is like a hissing __________.

Correct Answer: snake

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.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. 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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