Learning Letters and Sounds with Starfall

Learning Goal:

• Recognize uppercase and lowercase letters in.
• Identify beginning letter sounds.
• Practice listening and speaking skills.
• Use an iPad independently for learning.

Show students the letter of the day (Example: A)

Ask:

• What sound does letter "a" make?
• Can you name words that start with the letter "a".

Write examples words:

Apple

Ant

Guided Practice:

ABC's-Letter A

Students:

• Tap the letter
• Listen to the sound
• Repeat the sound aloud
• Trace the letter with their finger
• Watch animations and stories

Teacher walks around helping students:

• Hold ipad correctly
• Use touch controls
• Repeat sounds clearly

Independent Activity

Students complete:

• Matching games
• Letter songs
• Beginning sound activities

Challenge:

Find 3 pictures that start with the /a/ sound.

Wrap-Up Discussion

Ask:

• What letter did we learn today?
• What sound does it make?
• What was your favorite Starfall activity?

Assessment:

• Identify the letter
• Say the correct sound
• Use the ipad independently
• Participate in activities

Teacher Tips:

• Turn on Guided Access to keep students in the app.
• Use headphones to reduce noise and distractions.
• Preload the app before class starts.