Week 2, lesson 4 "qu" - Phonics Phase 3 - Presentation

In the fourth lesson of Week 2 for Phase 3 Phonics, the focus is on the "qu" sound. The lesson begins by revisiting previously learned tricky words through a 'Quickdash' activity, which helps to warm up the children's phonetic skills and refresh their memory. This ensures that the students are ready to tackle new material with a clear understanding of past lessons. The teaching segment then introduces the "qu" sound, guiding the children through the pronunciation and characteristics of this unique consonantal blend.

Following the introduction, the lesson moves into the practice phase, where students are encouraged to engage with the "qu" sound through various exercises. They learn to associate the sound with corresponding words, enhancing their phonemic awareness and decoding skills. The application part of the lesson provides practical examples of the "qu" sound in use, with sentences like "A dog will quit," "A duck can quack," and "A cat is quick." These sentences not only demonstrate the sound in context but also help to build vocabulary and comprehension. The lesson concludes by reinforcing the learned material and ensuring the students are comfortable with the "qu" sound before they proceed to the next stage of their phonics education.