Week 4, lesson 3 Spelling Adjacent Consonants - Phonics Phase 4 - Presentation

In Week 4, lesson 3 of the Phonics Phase 4 curriculum, the focus is on spelling adjacent consonants, an essential skill for young learners developing their literacy. The lesson begins with an introduction that brings the students' attention back to the topic at hand, which is the spelling of words with adjacent consonants. This foundational concept is crucial as students progress in their reading and writing abilities, and it requires careful attention to the sounds and formations of letters when they are placed next to each other in words.

Following the introduction, the lesson revisits previous learning with a 'Quickdash' activity, designed to refresh the students' memory and prepare them for the new content. The teaching segment of the lesson introduces specific examples of words with adjacent consonants, such as "thinks" and "snack," followed by further examples like "clump" and "stump." These examples are chosen to highlight the pronunciation and spelling challenges that can arise when consonants are side by side. Students then practice with a 'Word Breaker' activity, which helps to reinforce their understanding and ability to identify and spell such words. Finally, the lesson moves on to the application stage, where students are encouraged to write captions that include words with adjacent consonants, allowing them to apply what they've learned in a practical context. The lesson concludes with a review of the concepts covered, ensuring that students are confident in their ability to spell words with adjacent consonants.