Z is for Zebra: Let's Learn to Write Z!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 1:52 Video
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Lesson Description

This lesson uses a fun video to teach Pre-K students how to write the uppercase and lowercase letter Z. It reinforces letter recognition and handwriting skills.

Video Resource

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

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Duration: 1:52
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Key Concepts

  • Uppercase Z
  • Lowercase z
  • Letter recognition

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to correctly write the uppercase letter Z.
  • Students will be able to correctly write the lowercase letter z.
  • Students will be able to recognize the letter Z (both uppercase and lowercase).

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students if they know any words that start with the letter Z. Show pictures of zebras or zippers to spark their interest. Introduce the video and explain that they will learn how to write the letter Z.
  • Video Viewing: Uppercase Z (5 mins)
    Play the first part of the video (0:14-0:56) that teaches how to write the uppercase Z. Pause after each step and have students practice writing the letter in the air with their fingers.
  • Practice Uppercase Z (10 mins)
    Provide worksheets with dotted lines or blank spaces for students to practice writing the uppercase Z. Walk around the classroom and offer assistance as needed. Encourage students to say the letter Z as they write it.
  • Video Viewing: Lowercase z (5 mins)
    Play the second part of the video (0:56-End) that teaches how to write the lowercase z. Pause after each step and have students practice writing the letter in the air with their fingers.
  • Practice Lowercase z (10 mins)
    Provide worksheets with dotted lines or blank spaces for students to practice writing the lowercase z. Walk around the classroom and offer assistance as needed. Encourage students to say the letter z as they write it.
  • Wrap-up and Review (5 mins)
    Review the steps for writing both uppercase and lowercase Z. Ask students to name words that start with the letter Z. Congratulate them on learning the last letter of the alphabet.

Interactive Exercises

  • Z Letter Hunt
    Hide uppercase and lowercase Z letters around the classroom. Have students find them and say the letter name when they find one.
  • Zebra Coloring Page
    Provide students with a zebra coloring page. Encourage them to write the letter Z on the page.

Discussion Questions

  • What sound does the letter Z make?
  • Can you think of other things that start with the letter Z besides zebra?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Handwriting
  • Fine motor skills
  • Active listening

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What letter are we learning about today?

Correct Answer: Z

Question 2:

Z is for what animal?

Correct Answer: Zebra

Question 3:

Is 'Z' a big letter or a little letter?

Correct Answer: Both

Question 4:

Which one is the big 'Z'?

Correct Answer: Z

Question 5:

Which one is the little 'z'?

Correct Answer: z

Question 6:

To make a Z, do you need a straight line?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 7:

To make a Z, do you need a diagonal line?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 8:

Do we start at the top to make a big Z?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 9:

Do we start in the middle to make a little z?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 10:

When we write, do we use our ____ ?

Correct Answer: Hands

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

The letter after Y is ____.

Correct Answer: Z

Question 2:

We write the letter Z with a straight line and a ______ line.

Correct Answer: diagonal

Question 3:

The letter Z is the _____ letter in the alphabet.

Correct Answer: last

Question 4:

A ______ has black and white stripes and starts with the letter Z.

Correct Answer: zebra

Question 5:

To write the letter Z, we can use our _____ to write it.

Correct Answer: hands

Question 6:

We listen to directions in the _____

Correct Answer: video

Question 7:

The letter Z comes at the ____ of the alphabet.

Correct Answer: end

Question 8:

In the video, we learn to _____ the letter Z.

Correct Answer: write

Question 9:

A capital 'Z' is a ____ Z.

Correct Answer: big

Question 10:

A lowercase 'z' is a ____ Z.

Correct Answer: little

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.1.S.1:Students will work respectfully with peers with prompting.

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