Letters and Sounds: Unlocking the Power of Reading (Sample Class)

New class

Ages 4-7

Live One-Time Class

This sample class helps give insight into how young learners recognize letters and their beginning sounds through engaging activities. Ideal for families supporting early language development. Eight-week program to follow is enrolling now!

Mrs. Ross

Average rating:

5.0

Number of reviews:

(1 reviews)

Live video meetings

Meets once

2-6 learners per class

30 min

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What's included

1 live meeting

30 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - 1

Beginner Level

Hello, I'm Mrs. Ross, an experienced educator passionate about teaching children foundational reading skills. With over five years in the classroom, I've dedicated myself to helping young learners master the building blocks of reading—letters, sounds, and phonics. I believe that these skills are the foundation for lifelong learning and success. My approach is upbeat and motivating, creating a positive environment where every child can thrive. I've seen firsthand how unlocking the world of reading opens doors for my students, and it's a joy to be part of their journey.

Join me for this sample class, a 30-minute trial designed to engage and excite your student about the magic of reading! We will begin with introductions, have a mini-review of the last lesson, introduce a new skill, continue going over the current skill, engage in interactive activities, and conclude with an overview of what we learned today. My teaching style is student-led, allowing students to choose the activities they prefer, whether using a salt tray, whiteboard, or crayons to write their letters. This approach ensures that each lesson is both engaging and tailored to your child's learning preferences.

Learning Goals

Letter Recognition: Identify and name all covered uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet.

Sound Association: Learn and correctly associate each covered letter with its corresponding sound.

Other Details

Parental Guidance

When children use a salt tray for letter writing activities, parental supervision and guidance are essential to ensure their safety. Salt trays can be a fun and effective tool for learning letter formation, but it's important for parents to advise their children on proper use. Younger children especially may need reminders not to ingest the salt or put their fingers in their mouths or eyes after touching the tray. Parents should also ensure that the salt tray is placed on a stable surface to prevent spills or accidents. Regularly check the condition of the salt tray to ensure it remains clean and safe for use. By providing appropriate guidance and supervision, parents can enhance their child's learning experience while ensuring their safety during activities involving salt trays.

Supply List

In this sample class, learners will use a paper plate with a thin layer of sand, salt, or rice to trace letters with their fingers, engaging in a tactile and fun way to practice letter recognition and formation. They may also need paper and pencil/crayons to practice letter writing and to draw pictures for our letter sound game.

Language of Instruction

English (Level: A0)

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Sources

No curriculum is needed for this small class on letters and sounds. Once students master the basics, we will introduce more complex sounds using a resource called Secret Stories. To respect copyright, we will create our own illustrations of these stories.

Meet the teacher

Mrs. Ross

Joined July, 2024

5.0

1reviews

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Alabama Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education

2 Degrees

Master's Degree from Troy University

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Auburn University

I am an early childhood graduate from Auburn University with four years of experience teaching kindergarten. I am also trained in LETRS, a comprehensive science of reading course. My expertise ensures a strong foundation in literacy for young learners.