U is for Umbrella: Let's Learn to Write!

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

A fun and engaging lesson for Pre-K children to learn how to write the letter 'U' (uppercase and lowercase) using step-by-step instructions and a catchy video.

Video Resource

Write the letter U | 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 U and lowercase u)
  • Letter formation (writing the letter U)
  • Phonics (U is for Umbrella)

Learning Objectives

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

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by greeting the students and asking them if they know what letter they will be learning today. Show them a picture of an umbrella and ask if they know what letter the word starts with. Introduce the video, 'Write the letter U | Alphabet Writing lesson for children | The Singing Walrus'.
  • Video Viewing (3 mins)
    Play the video. Encourage students to follow along with the video and try writing the letter 'U' in the air with their fingers as they watch.
  • Practice Writing (10 mins)
    Distribute the free practice sheets (downloaded from The Singing Walrus website) and pencils. Guide students through writing the uppercase and lowercase 'U' on the practice sheet. Circulate and provide individual assistance as needed.
  • Review and Reinforcement (5 mins)
    Review the letter 'U' and the word 'Umbrella'. Have students say the letter and the word together. Ask them to think of other words that start with the letter 'U'.
  • Assessment (2 mins)
    Administer the Fill-in-the-Blank and Multiple Choice quizzes.

Interactive Exercises

  • Air Writing
    Have the students practice writing the letter 'U' in the air with their fingers. This helps them to develop muscle memory for the letter formation.
  • Sensory Writing
    Provide a tray of sand or salt. Have students use their fingers to write the letter 'U' in the sand or salt.

Discussion Questions

  • What sound does the letter 'U' make?
  • Can you think of other words that start with the letter 'U'?
  • What is your favorite thing to do when it is raining and you need an umbrella?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Fine motor skills
  • Phonological awareness
  • Following directions

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which letter are we learning about today?

Correct Answer: U

Question 2:

What is the big 'U' called?

Correct Answer: Capital U

Question 3:

What is a 'U' word from the video?

Correct Answer: Umbrella

Question 4:

We go ______ and ______ to write the big 'U'.

Correct Answer: down and up

Question 5:

Which one of these is the uppercase U?

Correct Answer: U

Question 6:

Which one of these is the lowercase u?

Correct Answer: u

Question 7:

What comes after U in the alphabet?

Correct Answer: V

Question 8:

What do we use when it rains?

Correct Answer: Umbrella

Question 9:

What channel is teaching us how to write the letter U?

Correct Answer: The Singing Walrus

Question 10:

What shape does the uppercase 'U' make?

Correct Answer: Horseshoe

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

We write the letter ____ today.

Correct Answer: U

Question 2:

'U' is for ________.

Correct Answer: Umbrella

Question 3:

The big 'U' is also called ________ U.

Correct Answer: Capital

Question 4:

We go down, around and ____ to write the big U.

Correct Answer: up

Question 5:

The little 'u' is also called ________ u.

Correct Answer: lowercase

Question 6:

Make a ____ down after you trace the little u.

Correct Answer: line

Question 7:

The big 'U' starts at the _____.

Correct Answer: top

Question 8:

A ____ keeps you dry in the rain.

Correct Answer: Umbrella

Question 9:

We use a _____ to write letters.

Correct Answer: pencil

Question 10:

The little 'u' starts in the ____.

Correct Answer: middle

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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