The Day Before School - Learn Long u (-ue, u_e, -u, -ui, ew) - Activity Pack

The "Day Before School" activity pack is designed to help children learn various long 'u' sounds, such as 'ue' in "blue," 'u_e' in "cube," 'u' in "music," 'ui' in "suit," and 'ew' as in "stew." The story within the pack follows Sam, a young student who is feeling a mix of emotions on the eve of a new school term. As he prepares for the return to school, Sam is confronted with his neatly hung school uniform, his shiny new pencil case, and the anticipation of upcoming schoolwork, which includes numerous projects. These visual cues around his home stir up a sense of unease as he contemplates the end of his summer holiday and the start of a new academic year.

Amidst his pre-school jitters, Sam also recalls the less pleasant aspects of school life, such as the chaotic lunch queues and his leaky juice container. He faces a dilemma over whether to practice his neglected flute or to indulge in computer games, ultimately choosing to practice his music, albeit with less than perfect results. His family's reaction to his noisy practice adds to his frustration, leaving him feeling like he can't do anything right. The pack includes interactive elements such as drawing and writing prompts that encourage children to express how Sam feels, as well as reading exercises that reinforce the long 'u' sounds through a variety of words and contexts.