Week 1, lesson 2 Tricky Words (said, so) - Phonics Phase 4 - Presentation

In the second lesson of Week 1, students in Phase 4 Phonics are introduced to two new tricky words: "said" and "so". The lesson begins with a quick revision, where students are encouraged to quickly write words they have previously learnt, warming up for the new content. The teaching segment of the lesson focuses on the new tricky words, ensuring that students become familiar with their spelling and pronunciation, which do not always follow regular phonetic patterns.

Following the introduction of "said" and "so", students engage in a 'Tricky Word Race' to practice these words, reinforcing their recognition and recall. The application of these tricky words is then expanded through a series of activities. Students match captions containing the tricky words to appropriate images, further embedding their understanding of the words in context. Sentences such as "I said not to do that!" and "The sun is so bright." are used to illustrate the practical usage of the words. Additionally, students consolidate their learning by writing the tricky words on mini whiteboards, allowing for hands-on practice. The lesson concludes with a review of the material, ensuring that students are confident in recognising and using the tricky words "said" and "so".