In this class, we will practice words with the short /a/ sound in the medial position like [bag], [cat], [dad], [fan], [hat], [map], [ram], [sat], and [van]. There will be a quick review of the /a/ sound at the beginning class. Then, learners will be shown a picture and we will orally say each sound in the word. Next, learners will be encouraged to say each sound while I show each letter on the screen. Last, students will say the sound of each letter in the word and write it on their own, either on paper (preferred so they can go back and re-read their work!) or a whiteboard as I demonstrate the correct formation of each letter on the screen. 

Learners will be involved in every step of the reading and spelling process through answering questions out loud and writing on their own the letters and sounds in each word. They will also be encouraged to draw the picture that goes along with each word to reinforce future re-readings and memory!