Singing with 'S': Exploring the Letter S with ABCmouse!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:32 Video
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Lesson Description

A fun and interactive lesson plan for Pre-K students centered around the letter 'S' using the ABCmouse.com 'The Letter S Song' video. This lesson focuses on letter recognition, phonics, vocabulary building, and early literacy skills through singing, movement, and engaging activities.

Video Resource

"The Letter S Song" by ABCmouse.com

ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy

Duration: 2:32
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Key Concepts

  • Letter recognition (uppercase and lowercase S)
  • Phonological awareness (identifying the 'S' sound)
  • Vocabulary development (learning new 'S' words)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the letter 'S' (uppercase and lowercase).
  • Students will be able to recognize and produce the 'S' sound.
  • Students will be able to identify and use new vocabulary words that start with 'S'.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students if they know any letters. Introduce the letter 'S' (uppercase and lowercase). Show them a visual representation of the letter (e.g., a flashcard, a printed letter on a board).
  • Watch the Video (5 mins)
    Play 'The Letter S Song' video by ABCmouse.com. Encourage students to listen carefully to the words in the song.
  • Sing Along (5 mins)
    Play the video again, and encourage students to sing along with the song. Emphasize the 'S' sounds in the words.
  • Discussion (5 mins)
    After the video, ask students questions about the song and the letter 'S'.
  • Interactive Activity: 'S' Word Search (10 mins)
    Lead an interactive exercise where students find objects in the classroom or pictures that start with the letter 'S'. For example: sun, sock, star, snake.
  • Craft Activity: 'S' is for Snake (10 mins)
    Students create a simple snake craft using construction paper, googly eyes, and markers. This reinforces the letter-sound connection in a tactile way.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the letter 'S' and the words learned. Sing the song one last time.

Interactive Exercises

  • 'S' Word Search
    Students look around the classroom for objects that start with the letter 'S'. They can also be shown pictures and asked to identify which ones start with 'S'.
  • 'S' Sound Practice
    Practice making the 'S' sound together as a class. Play a game where students have to make the 'S' sound every time they hear an 'S' word.
  • Sandpaper Letter 'S'
    Have students trace the letter 'S' on sandpaper. This reinforces the letter's shape through tactile learning.

Discussion Questions

  • What letter did you hear about in the song?
  • Can you name some things that start with the letter 'S'?
  • What was your favorite part of the 'S' song?
  • Can you make the 'S' sound?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Phonological awareness
  • Vocabulary development
  • Listening skills
  • Fine motor skills (craft activity)

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What letter was the song about?

Correct Answer: S

Question 2:

Which of these starts with the letter 'S'?

Correct Answer: Sun

Question 3:

What sound does 'S' make?

Correct Answer: Ssss

Question 4:

A sailor sails on a...

Correct Answer: Sailboat

Question 5:

Seagulls fly in the...

Correct Answer: Sky

Question 6:

What did Susie Seal sing for?

Correct Answer: Fish

Question 7:

Sally was stringing...

Correct Answer: Beads

Question 8:

Simon's sister was...

Correct Answer: Swimming

Question 9:

Sara was swinging on the...

Correct Answer: Swings

Question 10:

Which of these is a silly word that starts with 'S'?

Correct Answer: Silly

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

The song is about the letter ____.

Correct Answer: S

Question 2:

A ____ is a yummy fish that starts with S.

Correct Answer: Salmon

Question 3:

The ____ is hot and yellow and starts with 'S'.

Correct Answer: Sun

Question 4:

A ____ is a slippery animal that starts with 'S'.

Correct Answer: Snake

Question 5:

We eat a ____ at lunch and it starts with 'S'.

Correct Answer: Sandwich

Question 6:

Seven ____ sailed on the sea.

Correct Answer: Sailors

Question 7:

The sea is very ____.

Correct Answer: Salty

Question 8:

Sue saw seven ____ in the sky.

Correct Answer: Seagulls

Question 9:

____ Seal sang for her supper.

Correct Answer: Susie

Question 10:

Sydney is playing in the ____.

Correct Answer: Sandbox

Educational Standards

PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. PK.2.PA.4:Students will isolate the common initial sound when given a set of alliterative spoken words (e.g., the puppy pounces). PK.2.F.2:Students will chorally recite familiar texts (e.g., rhymes, songs, poetry, etc.). PK.4.R.3:Students will begin to acquire new vocabulary and relate new words to prior knowledge. PK.1.L.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting. PK.1.S.3:Students will ask and answer questions with prompting.

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