Week 3, lesson 2 Tricky Words (were,there,little,one) - Phonics Phase 4 - Presentation

In the second lesson of Week 3, the focus for Year 1 students is on mastering tricky words within Phase 4 of their phonics learning. The lesson begins with an introduction to the tricky words segment, which sets the stage for the day's learning objective. The words targeted in this lesson are 'were', 'there', 'little', and 'one'. These words are known for their irregular spelling patterns which don't fit typical phonetic rules, hence being labeled as 'tricky'. The lesson revisits these words through a 'Quickwrite' activity, which encourages the children to write the words quickly and accurately, reinforcing their spelling and recognition.

Following the introduction and revision of the tricky words, the lesson moves on to a 'Tricky Word Race', a fun and interactive practice activity where students compete to identify the tricky words correctly, adding an element of excitement to the learning process. To apply their understanding, students then engage with 'Caption Match' exercises where they match captions to images, ensuring they comprehend the meaning and usage of the tricky words in context. Further application is provided through sentences such as 'There were pigs in the pen' and 'That frog is a little one', which the children read and possibly write themselves. The lesson concludes with 'Mini Whiteboard Work', allowing for individual or small group practice, and providing an opportunity for the teacher to assess learning before the end of the session.