Craft Lesson 2

Wong: Buzz

Topic: What Starts with "b"

Discussion: (Mid-Kindergarten, Large Group)
Children really appreciate and remember a lesson better when they get involved. Therefore, it is particularly important to include a child, individually or in groups, as if they were to "teach" themselves. I know this sounds a little bizarre, but when the child becomes part of the lesson, not only is the learning experience more personal, but it is also more special and interesting to the child, (giving the child a better chance of opening a window of opportunity).

How To Teach It:
Materials: Tape Recorder/Tape, Chalk/Chalkboard/ Flashcards (of other objects that start with 'b')

1. Read the book. While reading the book, point out the word "buzz."
2. Talk about the letter 'b' and have the children sound it out. Then, ask the children to think of other words that start with that same sound. Then, take out the flashcards and begin to explain how the letter 'b' sounds, show them the pictures (so as to get them started), and ask them to name the pictures. Then, ask them to notice how they all begin with the same sound. Ask them to sound them out with you.
3. Write down the name of each object, as you go through the cards again, and use another color of chalk to write and underline the 'b' (so they can get a visual).
4. Divide the class in two groups (one for the teacher aide and one for you). Have each child name an object from one of the flashcards, as you tape record them. Then, instantly play it back so as to reinforce what they just said. (Remember- do that for each child!)