Week 8, lesson 4 Save the Syllables activity - Phonics Phase 5, unit 2 - Worksheet

In the Phonics Phase 5, Unit 2 lesson, young learners engage in an interactive activity titled 'Save the Syllables', which is part of the worksheet for Week 8, Day 4. This exercise is designed to help children understand the concept of syllables and how to break down words into their constituent parts. The scenario presented is a playful one: words have been taken prisoner by an enemy ship, and the students' mission is to free them. To accomplish this, they must first trace each word to familiarise themselves with its spelling.

Once the children have traced the words, the next step is to identify and mark the syllables. They are asked to place a slash between each syllable, effectively 'slashing the chains' that bind the words. The worksheet provides a list of words, including 'banana', 'calendar', 'abandon', and 'Saturday'. By dividing these words into syllables, students not only practice their phonics skills but also enjoy the imaginative aspect of the task. The activity is designed to be both educational and engaging, encouraging children to think about word structure in a fun and memorable way.