Fun With English: Exploring Letters, Phonics, Reading, Spelling and Words!
In this interactive class, learners will practice reading skills by matching upper- and lowercase letters, identifying sounds, rhymes, vowels, and blends, and practicing CVC words and syllable counting through fun and engaging activities.
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 3
💫This is a one-time class that can be taken multiple times. Come once, or come often! This small group literacy class for children is designed to introduce young learners to the basics of the English language in a fun and interactive way! During this class, I will use engaging digital flashcards to support foundational language skills. Learning Goals: ✔️Match upper case and lower case letters. ✔️Practice identifying beginning letter sounds. ✔️Practice identifying rhyming words. ✔️Practice identifying short and long vowels. ✔️Practice identifying digraphs and blends. ✔️Practice identifying vowels in CVC words. ✔️Practice reading CVC, CCVC and CVCC words. ✔️Practice counting syllables in words. 📌Materials Needed: Writing materials (paper, crayons, markers, etc.) 🤩My small group literacy class for young learners aims to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can begin to develop a love for the English language while building essential communication skills that will serve as a foundation for their future learning journey. 📁January: 📌Winter Alphabetical Order, Ordering Lower Case Letters 📌Snowball Letters, Beginning Sounds 📌Winter Blends, Beginning Sounds 📌Winter Vowels Spelling CVC Words, A E I O U 📌Winter Digraphs, Identifying Ch Sh Th Wh Ph 📁February: 📌Valentine's Day Love Letter Match, Uppercase & Lowercase 📌Rhyming Hearts Valentine's Day, Does It Rhyme? 📌Valentine's Day Reading CVC Words, Short Vowels 📌Valentine's Day Cupcake Blends, Beginning Sounds 📌Count The Syllables Valentine's Day
Learning Goals
✔️Match upper case and lower case letters.
✔️Practice identifying beginning letter sounds.
✔️Practice identifying rhyming words.
✔️Practice identifying short and long vowels.
✔️Practice identifying digraphs and blends.
✔️Practice identifying vowels in CVC words.
✔️Practice reading CVC, CCVC and CVCC words.
✔️Practice counting syllables in words.
Other Details
Learning Needs
In my class, everyone is welcome—no matter your level or ability, you'll find a supportive and inclusive environment to learn and grow!
Supply List
📌Materials Needed: Writing materials (paper, crayons, markers, etc.)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
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🎬Creator of K5HPE ~ K5 Hidden Peak Education https://www.youtube.com/@K5HPE
Hello, I'm Catherine De'Ath, your Outschool guide to exciting learning adventures! As an experienced educator, I'm dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered. From interactive lessons to thought-provoking discussions, my classes are designed to ignite curiosity and foster critical thinking skills. Join me on Outschool, where we'll embark on a journey of discovery and growth together!
I have been teaching for more than 25 years with the Toronto District School Board (🍁Canada). My Ontario College of Teachers Certificate number is #286618. I attended Dalhousie University for my Bachelor of Music in Performance, and then Brock University for my Bachelor of Education. I studied classical piano from the age of 5 with the Royal Conservatory of Music. While in University, I performed as a Mezzo-Soprano in the Dalhousie Chorale.
Throughout my teaching career, I have taught K-12 Music, Kindergarten, Grade 1 and 2, Health and Physical Education. I have conducted choirs and musical ensembles for seasonal public performances throughout all of these years of teaching. I have always continued to advance my skills by taking additional qualifications courses and am very proud to be a Reading Specialist.
In 2020, I created K5 Hidden Peak Education. K5HPE proudly creates virtual resources to support the development of literacy, math, arts, health and physical education.
It is my passion and joy to make learning fun and engaging for all of my students. With personalized attention and a sprinkle of humor, I'm here to guide you on a journey of discovery and growth. I look forward to meeting you here on Outschool!
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Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
1-6 learners per class