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Building Blocks of Reading: Identifying and Differentiating Letters

In this 25 minute class, we will focus on distinguishing between similar looking lowercase letters of the alphabet, such as b and d or p and q, to enhance their reading and writing skills.
Kellie Thompson
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(531)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - 1
In the class learners will develop the ability to differentiate between similar-looking lowercase letters, such as b and d or p and q. Through engaging activities and visual cues, students will learn strategies to distinguish these letters, improving their reading and writing proficiency. This class will provide essential skills for students to enhance their letter recognition and avoid confusion, ultimately strengthening their overall literacy development.

The class is structured to provide engaging activities.  Through a combination of interactive games and visual aids, students will have ample opportunities to interact with the instructor and their peers. No prior experience or knowledge is required, as the class is designed to cater to learners at various skill levels. The teaching style is student-centered, focusing on providing clear explanations and utilizing interactive methods to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the concepts.

The following list are the letter combinations we will be discussing:
b and d
p and q
n and u
m and w
h and n
k and x
f and t
s and z
c and e
i and j

Learning Goals

Identify and differentiate similar-looking lowercase letters: The primary goal of the class is to help learners accurately identify and distinguish between lowercase letters that share similar visual characteristics, such as b and d or p and q.
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
No materials are needed for the class.  All materials will be screenshared during the live class.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2017
4.8
531reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Northwest Missouri State University
I have a degree in elementary education with a minor in early childhood and reading.  I have taught preschool, kindergarten and second grade. 

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Meets once
25 min

Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-7
1-6 learners per class

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