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Words We See Often: and, is

High-Frequency Words Set 1

Day 87of 180
Week 18of 36
20Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn to spell and recognize the words 'and' and 'is'

2

Use 'and' and 'is' in simple sentences

3

Develop early reading and writing skills

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 22:6

“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.”

— Proverbs 22:6 (WEB)

Just as we learn words to communicate, we learn God's Word to understand His love

📦 Materials Needed

  • Word cards
  • Primary writing paper
  • Pencils
  • Whiteboard and marker
  • Flashcards
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Gather children in a circle. Show word cards for 'and' and 'is', pronounce clearly.

💭 Review Question: Can you tell me a word that connects things together?
2Teaching (7 min)

Introduce 'and' as a word that connects things, 'is' as a word showing something exists

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • 'And' helps us join words or ideas together
  • 'Is' tells us about something
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What things can you connect with 'and'?
  • What can you describe using 'is'?
3Activity: Word Detective (6 min)
hands-on game

Children find and circle 'and' and 'is' in simple sentences

📝 Instructions:
  1. Give each child a worksheet with simple sentences
  2. Provide colored markers
  3. Ask them to find and circle 'and' and 'is'
  4. Share findings as a group
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Trace words with finger

Challenge: Write own sentences using words

4Closing (2 min)

Review words learned today

📝 Review Questions:
  • What does 'and' do?
  • What does 'is' tell us?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear Jesus, help us learn new words and understand Your love.

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn more special words!

💎 Memory Verse

Psalm 119:11

“I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.”

— Psalm 119:11 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Whisper the verse together, touching heart when saying 'heart'

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Sight words are crucial for early reading development

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Practice words during daily activities
  • Make learning playful
  • Use positive reinforcement
🤔 Common Struggles:

Mixing up similar-looking words

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Consistent recognition of 'and' and 'is'

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a word hunt around the house
  • Make a picture book using 'and' and 'is'
  • Play matching games with word cards

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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