Lesson Plan for Primary 2 - Phonics - Consonant Blends

### Lesson Plan: Consonant Blends for Primary 2 **Topic:** Consonant Blends (e.g., bl, cr, st, pl, etc.) **Grade Level:** Primary 2 **Duration:** 45 minutes **Objectives:** - Students will be able to identify and pronounce initial consonant blends in words. - Students will practice reading and writing words that contain consonant blends. - Students will enhance their phonetic awareness and improve their spelling skills. **Materials Needed:** - Flashcards with consonant blends (bl, cr, st, pl, etc.) - Whiteboard and markers - Word list with consonant blends - Worksheets for practicing writing consonant blends - Chart paper and colored markers - Small objects or pictures corresponding to words with consonant blends - Reward stickers --- **Lesson Outline:** **1. Introduction (5 minutes)** - Begin with a quick review of consonants and vowels. - Introduce the concept of consonant blends by explaining that they are two consonants that come together in a word and both sounds are heard. - Show a few examples on the whiteboard (e.g., bl in "black," cr in "crab," st in "star"). **2. Direct Instruction (10 minutes)** - Use flashcards to introduce specific consonant blends: bl, cr, st, pl. - Say the blends out loud and ask the students to repeat after you. - Display a chart with the blends and ask students to come up with words that use these blends. Write the words on the chart. **3. Guided Practice (10 minutes)** - Divide the students into small groups. - Give each group a set of pictures or objects. Ask them to identify and write down the corresponding word, emphasizing the consonant blends. - Rotate around the groups to provide help and ensure understanding. **4. Independent Practice (10 minutes)** - Hand out worksheets where students need to fill in the blanks with the correct consonant blend to complete the word. - Example: __ack (students should write "bl"). - Encourage students to try reading the completed words aloud. **5. Group Activity (5 minutes)** - Conduct a quick game of "Blend Bingo." Each student gets a bingo card with different words using consonant blends. Call out the sounds (e.g., "bl" as in "black") and the students mark their cards. - Give small rewards like stickers to the winners. **6. Review and Closing (5 minutes)** - Recap the blends that were covered in the lesson. - Invite a few students to come to the front and write one or two words from the word list on the board. - Praise students for their participation and effort. Mention what will be covered in the next lesson. --- **Assessment:** - Observe students during group and independent practice to ensure they are correctly identifying and using the blends. - Collect and review the worksheets to assess individual progress. - Monitor participation and correct usage during the "Blend Bingo" game. **Follow-Up Activities:** - Assign homework with additional practice on consonant blends. - Encourage students to bring in items or pictures from home that contain initial consonant blends for a show-and-tell session. **Differentiation:** - For advanced learners: Provide more challenging blends or longer words. - For struggling students: Offer one-on-one support and use simpler blend words. Use tactile activities, such as letter tiles, to build words. **Extending the Lesson:** - Incorporate a storybook with a focus on words containing consonant blends, and have a reading session. - Use a phonics app or online game for additional practice.


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