Capital Letters and Periods
Understand that names and the pronoun 'I' start with capital letters
Practice writing sentences about yourself using proper capitalization
Recognize the importance of treating names with respect
“But as many as received him, to them he gave the right to become God's children, to those who believe in his name:”
— John 1:12 (WEB)Just as God knows our names, we show respect by capitalizing them
Gather students in a circle. Ask each child to say their name and point out how the first letter is a big, capital letter.
Explain that names and the word 'I' always start with capital letters. Show examples on the board.
Students write sentences about themselves using their name and the word 'I'
Simpler: Trace pre-written sentences with capital letters
Challenge: Write sentences about family members' names
Review the importance of capital letters in names
Dear Jesus, thank you for making each of us special and knowing us by name.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about periods that end our sentences!
“I will give thanks to you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful. My soul knows that very well.”
— Psalm 139:14 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Trace the capital 'I' while reciting the verse
Kindergarteners are learning basic writing mechanics and self-expression
Remembering to capitalize consistently
Intentional capitalization of first letters in names and 'I'