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ST and SW Blends: God's Swift Love

Beginning Blends: S-Blends

Day 108of 180
Week 22of 36
18Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Identify and decode words with ST and SW blends

2

Recognize initial s-blends in spoken and written words

3

Connect phonics learning to God's character

📖 Scripture Connection

Psalm 86:15

“But you, Lord, are a merciful and gracious God, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness and truth.”

— Psalm 86:15 (WEB)

God's swift love helps us learn and grow

📦 Materials Needed

  • Letter tiles
  • Whiteboard
  • Marker
  • ST and SW blend word cards
  • Small object sorting tray
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Greet students and begin with a prayer thanking God for helping us learn. Explain we're exploring ST and SW blends today.

💭 Review Question: Can you think of any words that start with 'st' or 'sw'?
2Teaching (6 min)

Model creating ST and SW blend words using letter tiles. Demonstrate how 's' and the next consonant blend together.

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • ST blends sound like 'stop', 'step'
  • SW blends sound like 'swim', 'swift'
  • God helps us learn new things quickly
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What ST words can you create?
  • Can you think of a SW word?
3Activity: Swift Blend Sorting (5 min)
hands-on

Students sort picture cards into ST and SW blend groups, learning how quickly they can organize.

📝 Instructions:
  1. Spread out ST and SW picture cards
  2. Separate cards into two groups
  3. Name each word before placing in correct pile
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use fewer cards with clearer images

Challenge: Time students to sort cards quickly

4Closing (2 min)

Review blends learned today and celebrate student progress.

📝 Review Questions:
  • What ST blend did you learn?
  • What SW blend surprised you?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear Jesus, thank you for helping us learn and grow today. Amen.

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore more exciting blends!

💎 Memory Verse

Proverbs 3:5

“Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don't lean on your own understanding.”

— Proverbs 3:5 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Hand motions with each word

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

S-blends require precise articulation and listening skills

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Practice blends during everyday conversation
  • Use playful, low-pressure approaches
  • Celebrate small victories
🤔 Common Struggles:

Distinguishing between similar sound blends

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Consistent attempt to blend sounds smoothly

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a ST and SW blend scavenger hunt at home
  • Draw pictures of ST and SW blend words
  • Play 'I Spy' with ST and SW words

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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