Marvelous Letter M Adventure!

English Language Arts Grades Pre-K 2:56 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's learn about the letter M! We'll watch a fun video, practice writing uppercase and lowercase 'm', and discover words that start with 'm'.

Video Resource

The letter m - Learn to write the alphabet with Letter School

KimZi

Duration: 2:56
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Key Concepts

  • Letter recognition (uppercase M and lowercase m)
  • Letter formation (writing M and m)
  • Sound of the letter 'm'
  • Words that begin with the letter 'm'

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the uppercase and lowercase letter 'm'.
  • Students will be able to attempt writing the uppercase and lowercase letter 'm'.
  • Students will be able to name at least one word that starts with the letter 'm'.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students if they know any letters of the alphabet. Introduce the letter of the day: 'm'. Ask if anyone knows what sound it makes. Tell them that the class will watch a fun video about the letter 'm'.
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the YouTube video "The letter m - Learn to write the alphabet with Letter School." Ensure all students can see the screen.
  • Discussion (5 mins)
    After the video, ask students what they learned about the letter 'm'. Review how to write the uppercase and lowercase letter. Discuss the examples of 'm' words from the video (if any, otherwise use examples like 'moon', 'monkey', 'mom').
  • Writing Practice (10 mins)
    Provide students with worksheets that have dotted lines to trace the uppercase and lowercase letter 'm'. Encourage them to follow the correct stroke order as shown in the video. Alternatively, have students practice writing the letter 'm' in sand, playdough, or on a whiteboard.
  • M Word Activity (5 mins)
    Ask students to brainstorm other words that start with 'm'. Write the words on the board and have the students repeat them. If time allows, have them draw a picture of one of the 'm' words.

Interactive Exercises

  • 'M' Sound Hunt
    Hide pictures of items that start with 'm' (e.g., moon, monkey, mitten) around the classroom. Have the students find the pictures and say the name of the item, emphasizing the 'm' sound.
  • M is for...
    Have each student create a drawing of something that starts with M. Then have them label the drawing with the letter M.

Discussion Questions

  • What sound does the letter 'm' make?
  • Can you think of any words that start with the letter 'm'?
  • What is the difference between a big 'M' and a little 'm'?

Skills Developed

  • Letter recognition
  • Fine motor skills (writing)
  • Phonological awareness (sound of 'm')
  • Vocabulary development

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which letter is this: M?

Correct Answer: M

Question 2:

Which letter is this: m?

Correct Answer: m

Question 3:

Does 'moon' start with the letter M?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 4:

Which one is the big 'M'?

Correct Answer: M

Question 5:

Which one is the little 'm'?

Correct Answer: m

Question 6:

Which picture starts with the letter 'M'?

Correct Answer: Monkey

Question 7:

If I make the /m/ sound, what letter am I talking about?

Correct Answer: M

Question 8:

What does the letter M look like?

Correct Answer: Two mountains next to each other

Question 9:

Mom starts with which letter?

Correct Answer: M

Question 10:

Is 'm' a vowel or a consonant?

Correct Answer: Consonant

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

___ is for Monkey.

Correct Answer: M

Question 2:

The little 'm' is called ______________.

Correct Answer: lowercase

Question 3:

The big 'M' is called ______________.

Correct Answer: uppercase

Question 4:

M makes the /___/ sound.

Correct Answer: m

Question 5:

___oon starts with M.

Correct Answer: M

Question 6:

My ______ loves me. (Starts with M)

Correct Answer: Mom

Question 7:

I like to eat ___ac and cheese.

Correct Answer: mac

Question 8:

M comes after the letter __.

Correct Answer: L

Question 9:

___ice starts with the letter M.

Correct Answer: Mice

Question 10:

I wear _______ on my hands to keep them warm.

Correct Answer: mittens

Educational Standards

PK.2.PC.6:Students will begin to write some uppercase and lowercase letters including the majority of the letters in their first name with prompting. PK.2.PWS.2:Students will name a majority of uppercase and lowercase letters. PK.4.R.3:Students will begin to acquire new vocabulary and relate new words to prior knowledge. PK.1.L.2:Students will follow simple one-step oral directions.

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