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Little Letter r: Running with Reading

Lowercase Letters Continue

Day 54of 180
Week 11of 36
20Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn to form lowercase 'r' correctly

2

Recognize words that begin with 'r'

3

Practice fine motor skills through letter tracing

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 3:1-2

“My son, don't forget my teaching; but let your heart keep my commandments:”

— Proverbs 3:1-2 (WEB)

Learning letters helps us read God's Word and understand His teachings

📦 Materials Needed

  • primary writing paper
  • pencils
  • sandpaper letter 'r'
  • letter tracing sheets
  • colored crayons
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Gather children in circle. Show sandpaper letter 'r' and let children trace it with their finger.

💭 Review Question: What sound does 'r' make?
2Teaching (5 min)

Demonstrate correct formation of lowercase 'r': start at the top, draw a line down, then curve to the right without touching the line.

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • 'r' looks like a little runner starting a race
  • Always start at the top line
  • Make a straight line, then a small curve
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What words start with 'r'?
  • Can you make the 'r' sound?
3Activity: Run and Trace 'r' (7 min)
hands-on tracing

Children practice tracing 'r' on special tracing sheets, imagining they are running like a fast runner.

📝 Instructions:
  1. Place tracing sheet on desk
  2. Hold pencil correctly
  3. Trace 'r' multiple times
  4. Color pictures of 'r' words
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use dotted line guides for tracing

Challenge: Write 'r' words independently

4Closing (3 min)

Review letter formation and sounds

📝 Review Questions:
  • Where do we start the letter 'r'?
  • What words start with 'r'?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear Jesus, thank You for helping us learn to read and write. Guide our learning today.

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about the letter 'n'!

💎 Memory Verse

Psalm 119:105

“Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.”

— Psalm 119:105 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Trace 'r' while saying each word of the verse

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Lowercase letter formation requires fine motor skill development

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Encourage proper pencil grip
  • Praise effort over perfection
  • Practice at home with fun tracing activities
🤔 Common Struggles:

Difficulty with curved strokes and maintaining line placement

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Consistent starting point and smooth letter formation

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • 'r' word scavenger hunt around the house
  • Draw pictures of 'r' words
  • Make a letter 'r' collage

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