Week 29, lesson 2 Phoneme "sh, ch" - Phonics Phase 5, unit 3 - Lesson plan
English Resource Description
In Week 29's second lesson of Phonics Phase 5, Unit 3, students are set to explore the different ways to spell the /sh/ phoneme. The objective of the day is clearly stated: "Today we are learning ways to spell the /sh/ phoneme." The lesson begins with a quick revisiting of high frequency words through the 'HFW Race'. Children review ten high frequency word flashcards, reading each word aloud and sounding it out if necessary. To add a competitive edge, the second round of reviewing is turned into a team game where speed is the key to victory.
The teaching segment introduces the 'Sheep' pictophone, a visual aid that helps students connect the /sh/ phoneme with its representation. The class is informed that the /sh/ sound can be spelt in different ways, with the graphemes