Week 21, lesson 4 Sound Spotter activity - Phonics Phase 5, unit 3 - Worksheet

In the Sound Spotter activity designed for Week 21, Day 4 of a Phonics Phase 5 lesson, students are tasked with honing their phonemic awareness. The worksheet provided is a playful exercise titled 'Sea Mail', where students must read through a short paragraph addressed to 'Dear Aunt Joy' and underline the phoneme of the day each time it appears within the text. This exercise not only reinforces the identification of specific phonemes but also encourages the recognition of various graphemes that represent that particular sound. Once the phoneme spotting is complete, students are instructed to list all the graphemes they have identified at the bottom of the worksheet, further strengthening their understanding of the relationship between phonemes and graphemes.

The content of the paragraph is a heartfelt thank you note from a child named Toya, expressing gratitude for a new toy that brings much enjoyment. The toy in question is related to archery, and the child excitedly describes the fun of pointing the arrow to shoot. The activity is not only educational but also adds a personal touch, as Toya mentions feeling spoiled by Aunt Joy's gift. This engaging task helps students practice their phonics skills in a context that is both relatable and enjoyable, promoting a positive learning experience.