Let's Learn the Alphabet with Bounce Patrol!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:41 Video
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Lesson Description

A fun and interactive lesson using the Bounce Patrol ABC song to help Pre-K students learn the alphabet, practice letter recognition, and develop listening and speaking skills.

Video Resource

Alphabet Song - ABC Song | Learn the Alphabet ABCs | ABC Songs for Children

Bounce Patrol - Kids Songs

Duration: 2:41
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Key Concepts

  • The alphabet consists of 26 letters.
  • Letters can be uppercase (big) or lowercase (small).
  • The alphabet has a specific order.
  • Singing helps us learn!

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to sing the alphabet song.
  • Students will be able to identify at least 5 uppercase letters.
  • Students will be able to identify at least 5 lowercase letters.
  • Students will be able to follow simple instructions related to the song (e.g., sing quietly, sing loudly).

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by greeting the students and asking if they know the alphabet song. Ask them to name some letters they already know. Introduce Bounce Patrol and the video they will be watching.
  • Video Viewing (3 mins)
    Play the 'Alphabet Song - ABC Song | Learn the Alphabet ABCs | ABC Songs for Children' video from Bounce Patrol.
  • Sing-Along and Repetition (5 mins)
    Play the video again. This time, encourage the students to sing along with Bounce Patrol. Pause after each verse (all, boys, girls, quiet, loud) and emphasize the pronunciation of each letter. Encourage them to do the actions (quiet voice, loud voice).
  • Letter Recognition Activity (7 mins)
    Show large flashcards with individual letters (both uppercase and lowercase). Ask students to name the letter. You can also play a game: "I spy with my little eye, a letter that looks like this [draw the letter in the air]!"
  • Alphabet Line Activity (5 mins)
    Point to an alphabet line in the classroom (if available) or draw one on the board. Sing the alphabet song while pointing to each letter. Have students come up and point to letters you call out.

Interactive Exercises

  • Alphabet Scavenger Hunt
    Hide letter flashcards around the room. Have students find the letters and bring them back to you. As they bring them back, have them name the letter and say a word that starts with that letter.
  • Letter Drawing
    Give each student a piece of paper and crayons or markers. Have them draw their favorite letter (uppercase or lowercase). Help them write the letter correctly.

Discussion Questions

  • What is your favorite letter in the alphabet?
  • Can you name something that starts with the letter A?
  • What sound does the letter 'B' make?
  • What was your favorite part of the song?

Skills Developed

  • Letter Recognition
  • Phonological Awareness
  • Active Listening
  • Singing and Rhythm
  • Verbal Communication

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

How many letters are in the alphabet?

Correct Answer: 26

Question 2:

What letter comes after 'A'?

Correct Answer: B

Question 3:

What letter is at the end of the alphabet?

Correct Answer: Z

Question 4:

If we sing quietly, are we loud or soft?

Correct Answer: Soft

Question 5:

Which of these is a letter?

Correct Answer: A

Question 6:

Which animal makes the sound 'Moo'?

Correct Answer: Cow

Question 7:

What sound does the letter 'S' make?

Correct Answer: Ssss

Question 8:

Is 'Aa' big or small?

Correct Answer: Big

Question 9:

Which shape is round?

Correct Answer: Circle

Question 10:

What color is the sky?

Correct Answer: Blue

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

A, B, C, ____, E

Correct Answer: D

Question 2:

X, Y, ____

Correct Answer: Z

Question 3:

The alphabet has 26 ____.

Correct Answer: Letters

Question 4:

A big letter is called _____ case.

Correct Answer: Upper

Question 5:

A small letter is called _____ case.

Correct Answer: Lower

Question 6:

Singing makes learning ____.

Correct Answer: Fun

Question 7:

The letter after 'K' is _____.

Correct Answer: L

Question 8:

The first letter of the alphabet is _____.

Correct Answer: A

Question 9:

The 'B' says _____.

Correct Answer: Buh

Question 10:

'C' is for ____.

Correct Answer: Cat

Educational Standards

PK.1.L.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting. PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. PK.2.F.2:Students will chorally recite familiar texts (e.g., rhymes, songs, poetry, etc.). PK.1.S.2:Students will engage in collaborative discussions about various topics and texts, including their own writing, with peers and adults in small and large groups with prompting.

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