Lesson Plan: Sound Patterns 'ary'
**Grade Level**: Primary 4
**Subject**: English / Phonics
### Lesson Objectives:
1. Students will be able to recognize and identify the 'ary' sound pattern in words.
2. Students will be able to read and write words containing the 'ary' sound pattern.
3. Students will be able to use 'ary' words in sentences correctly.
### Common Core Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.4.3: Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.2: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English spelling when writing.
### Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Chart paper and markers
- Flashcards with 'ary' words (e.g., library, dictionary, necessary, primary)
- 'ary' word worksheet for individual practice
- Sentence strips for group activity
- Phonics reading booklets that include 'ary' words
### Lesson Duration:
1 hour
### Lesson Procedure:
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greetings and Attendance**: Start with a quick greeting and take attendance.
2. **Review Previous Lesson**: Briefly review the previous phonics lesson to set the context.
3. **Introduction of the 'ary' Sound Pattern**:
- Write the 'ary' sound pattern on the board.
- Explain that today they will learn words that end with 'ary'.
#### Direct Instruction (15 minutes)
1. **Word Examples**:
- Write a list of 'ary' words on the board (library, dictionary, secretary, temporary, necessary, anniversary).
- Pronounce each word clearly and ask students to repeat after you.
2. **Sound Practice**:
- Highlight the 'ary' part in each word.
- Break the word into syllables to show where the 'ary' sound occurs.
3. **Writing Practice**:
- Ask students to come up to the board and write one 'ary' word.
- Give each student an opportunity to participate.
#### Guided Practice (15 minutes)
1. **Flashcard Activity**:
- Show flashcards with 'ary' words.
- Ask students to read the words aloud.
- Discuss the meaning of each word to ensure comprehension.
2. **Group Activity**:
- Divide students into small groups.
- Provide each group with sentence strips and 'ary' word cards.
- Instruct groups to create sentences using the 'ary' words and write them on chart paper.
- Allow groups to share their sentences with the class.
#### Independent Practice (10 minutes)
1. **Worksheet Activity**:
- Hand out the 'ary' word worksheet.
- Ask students to complete the worksheet by filling in the blanks with correct 'ary' words.
- Circulate around the room to provide assistance as needed.
#### Closing (10 minutes)
1. **Recap and Review**:
- Go over the answers to the worksheet as a class.
- Ask a few students to read their sentences aloud.
2. **Exit Ticket**:
- Give each student a sticky note.
- Ask them to write one 'ary' word and a sentence using that word.
- Collect the sticky notes as an exit ticket.
#### Assessment:
1. **Oral Reading**: Evaluate students' ability to pronounce 'ary' words correctly during flashcard activity.
2. **Worksheet**: Check for accuracy in completing the worksheet.
3. **Exit Ticket**: Assess students’ ability to use 'ary' words in sentences.
### Reflection and Follow-Up:
- Reflect on students' understanding and identify those who may need additional support.
- Plan follow-up activities to reinforce the 'ary' sound pattern, such as reading a story that includes 'ary' words or creating a word wall in the classroom.
### Extensions:
- **Spelling Bee**: Organize a mini spelling bee using 'ary' words.
- **Creative Writing**: Encourage students to write a short story using 'ary' words.
- **Phonics Games**: Implement interactive phonics games that focus on the 'ary' sound pattern.
By the end of the lesson, students should feel more confident identifying, reading, and using words that contain the 'ary' sound pattern.