Slithering 'S': Learning to Write the Letter S!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 1:44 Video
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Lesson Description

Join us as we learn to write the uppercase and lowercase letter 'S' with fun and engaging activities! This lesson is perfect for Pre-K students learning their alphabet.

Video Resource

Write the Letter S - ABC Writing for Kids - Alphabet Handwriting by 123ABCtv

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Duration: 1:44
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Key Concepts

  • Letter recognition (S)
  • Uppercase 'S' formation
  • Lowercase 's' formation
  • Fine motor skills development

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the uppercase and lowercase letter 'S'.
  • Students will be able to trace and write the uppercase letter 'S'.
  • Students will be able to trace and write the lowercase letter 's'.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by engaging the students with a question: 'Who knows what letter we're going to learn today?' Show a picture of a snake and ask, 'What sound does a snake make? That's the sound of our letter today!'
  • Video Viewing (3 mins)
    Play the 'Write the Letter S' video by 123ABCtv. Encourage students to watch carefully how the letter 'S' is formed, both uppercase and lowercase.
  • Practice Uppercase 'S' (7 mins)
    Guide students in writing uppercase 'S' on a whiteboard or paper. Start with large motor movements like air writing, then move to tracing pre-written 'S's, and finally, independent writing with guidance.
  • Practice Lowercase 's' (7 mins)
    Guide students in writing lowercase 's' on a whiteboard or paper. Start with large motor movements like air writing, then move to tracing pre-written 's's, and finally, independent writing with guidance.
  • Wrap-up (3 mins)
    Review the letter 'S' and its sound. Ask students to name words that start with 'S' (e.g., sun, sea, sing).

Interactive Exercises

  • 'S' Scavenger Hunt
    Have students search around the classroom for objects that start with the letter 'S'. Each time they find an item the student needs to tell you the items name.
  • Sand Tray Writing
    Provide a tray of sand and have students practice writing the letter 'S' (both uppercase and lowercase) in the sand.

Discussion Questions

  • What animal did we see that starts with the letter 'S'?
  • Can you show me with your finger how to make a big 'S' in the air?
  • Is there a difference between uppercase 'S' and lowercase 's'?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Fine motor skills
  • Phonological awareness

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What letter did we learn to write today?

Correct Answer: S

Question 2:

Which one is the big 'S'?

Correct Answer: S

Question 3:

Which one is the little 's'?

Correct Answer: s

Question 4:

A snake starts with the letter?

Correct Answer: S

Question 5:

Does 'sun' starts with the letter 'S'?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 6:

What comes after 'R'?

Correct Answer: S

Question 7:

The letter 'S' is a:

Correct Answer: Letter

Question 8:

To make an uppercase 'S' which way do we curve?

Correct Answer: Right then left

Question 9:

We use 'S' to write the word:

Correct Answer: Sun

Question 10:

What color is the snake shown in the video?

Correct Answer: Green

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

The letter ___ sounds like a snake.

Correct Answer: S

Question 2:

We learned to write big ___ today.

Correct Answer: S

Question 3:

Little 's' is the ______ of big 'S'.

Correct Answer: same

Question 4:

____ is for snake.

Correct Answer: S

Question 5:

The lowercase s is (big/small) _____.

Correct Answer: small

Question 6:

A ________ starts with 'S'.

Correct Answer: sun

Question 7:

Uppercase 'S' is also called _______ S.

Correct Answer: big

Question 8:

In the video we learned to ______ the letter 'S'.

Correct Answer: write

Question 9:

The snake _______ on the ground.

Correct Answer: slithers

Question 10:

What letter comes before 'T'? _______

Correct Answer: S

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.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting.

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