Week 4, lesson 3 Tricky Words (the,to,and.is) - Phonics Phase 2 - Lesson plan

In the third lesson of Week 4 during Phonics Phase 2, young learners are introduced to some of the trickier aspects of phonics: the common 'tricky words' that don't always follow the standard decoding rules. These words include 'the', 'to', 'and', and 'is'. These are essential high-frequency words that children will encounter regularly in their reading and writing, so it is important for them to recognise and read these words on sight. The lesson plan is designed to help students memorise these tricky words through engaging activities and repetition.

One of the key activities in this lesson involves a worksheet that challenges the students to read a caption and then match it to the correct image. For instance, they might be given the caption 'a dog is sick' or 'a man and a dog' and asked to draw a line to the image that represents the caption accurately. This exercise not only reinforces their understanding of the tricky words but also encourages them to comprehend the meaning of simple sentences. It's a hands-on activity that combines reading with visual association, making it easier for children to grasp the concept of these common yet irregular words.