**Lesson Plan: Phonics for Primary 3 - Sound Patterns 'th' and 'wh'**
---
### Grade Level:
Primary 3
### Duration:
45 Minutes
### Subject:
Phonics
### Topic:
Sound Patterns 'th' and 'wh'
### Objectives:
Students will be able to:
1. Recognize and pronounce the 'th' and 'wh' sounds.
2. Identify words that contain 'th' and 'wh'.
3. Distinguish between voiced and voiceless 'th' sounds.
4. Form sentences using words with 'th' and 'wh'.
---
### Materials Needed:
- Flashcards with 'th' and 'wh' words
- Word list (e.g., “this,” “that,” “with,” “when,” “what”)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Picture cards
- Worksheets
- Audio recordings of words and sentences using 'th' and 'wh' (optional)
- Student notebooks and pencils
---
### Activities:
**1. Introduction (5 minutes)**
- Begin with a brief review of previously learned phonics sounds.
- Introduce the topic by writing 'th' and 'wh' on the board. Explain that they will learn about these sound patterns.
**2. Sound Discrimination (10 minutes)**
- Explain the difference between voiced 'th' (e.g., “this”) and voiceless 'th' (e.g., “think”).
- Demonstrate the sounds:
- Place your hand on your throat to feel the vibration for voiced sounds.
- No vibration should be felt for voiceless sounds.
- Practice with a few examples as a class, saying the words out loud.
**3. Flashcard Activity (10 minutes)**
- Show flashcards with 'th' and 'wh' words. Have students read them aloud.
- Sort the flashcards into two piles: 'th' words and 'wh' words.
- Discuss the meaning of each word and use it in a sentence if needed.
**4. Interactive Game (10 minutes)**
- Divide the class into small groups and give each group a set of picture cards.
- Each group should match the pictures with the corresponding 'th' or 'wh' word flashcards.
- Once matched, have each group share with the class, and discuss any errors.
**5. Worksheet Activity (5 minutes)**
- Hand out worksheets that contain a mix of words with 'th' and 'wh' sounds.
- Students will circle 'th' or 'wh' depending on what they hear in the word when you read it out.
**6. Sentence Formation (5 minutes)**
- Challenge students to create their own sentences using at least one word with 'th' and one word with 'wh'.
- Write a couple of examples on the board:
- "The white rabbit hopped through the forest."
- "When will you come with us?"
**7. Review and Closure (5 minutes)**
- Recap the key points of the lesson.
- Ask students to share one thing they learned about 'th' and 'wh' sounds.
- Answer any questions the students may have.
---
### Assessment:
- Observe students during activities to ensure they can correctly pronounce 'th' and 'wh' sounds.
- Review the worksheets for accuracy.
- Listen to the sentences shared by students to assess correct usage of 'th' and 'wh' words.
### Homework:
- Provide a short list of 'th' and 'wh' words for students to practice at home.
- Ask students to write four sentences (two with 'th' words and two with 'wh' words) in their notebooks.
### Additional Notes:
- Encourage students to practice these sounds daily.
- Use audio or video resources to reinforce learning if available.
---
This structured plan ensures that students engage with the lesson on multiple levels, reinforcing both recognition and application of 'th' and 'wh' sounds in various contexts.