Week 10, lesson 2 Reading sentences - Phonics Phase 3 - Lesson plan

In the second lesson of Week 10, the focus is on enhancing the students' ability to read sentences. The objective of the day is clear: "Today we will practise reading sentences." The lesson begins with a revisit to the basics, where the children sing the alphabet song, a fun and interactive way to reinforce their understanding of the letters. This is followed by the 'Word Breaker' activity, in which the teacher vocalises a word and the class collaboratively breaks it down into individual sounds before reassembling it, promoting phonemic awareness.

The teaching segment of the lesson involves a collective effort to write the caption "Join me in the pool!" on the board, with the children contributing by identifying the correct letters for each word. This interactive approach not only engages the children but also allows for immediate feedback and correction. The practice component involves a 'True or False' game, where children read phrases written by the teacher and energetically declare their veracity. This not only aids in reading skills but also in comprehension and critical thinking. The application of the day's lesson is through a 'Caption Match' activity, where phrases are matched with corresponding images, reinforcing the connection between words and their meanings. For those ready for an additional challenge, extension activities such as 'Phrase Act' and 'Phoneme Frame' are available, offering a more dynamic and hands-on approach to learning phonics.