### Lesson Plan: Sound Patterns ‘ch’ and ‘sh’
#### Grade Level: Primary 1
#### Subject: Phonics
#### Duration: 45 minutes
#### Topic: Sound Patterns ‘ch’ and ‘sh’
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#### **Objectives:**
1. **Recognize** and **identify** the sounds ‘ch’ and ‘sh’.
2. **Differentiate** between words that contain the ‘ch’ sound and the ‘sh’ sound.
3. **Read** and **write** simple words containing ‘ch’ and ‘sh’.
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#### **Materials:**
- Chart paper/Whiteboard
- Markers
- Flashcards with ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ words (e.g., chair, ship, cheese, fish)
- Worksheet with exercises for ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ sounds
- Picture book or story featuring many ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ words
- Audio recordings of words with ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ sounds (optional)
- Craft materials for a hands-on activity (scissors, glue, colored paper)
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#### **Lesson Procedure:**
**1. Introduction (5 minutes):**
- Start by discussing what sounds the students know. Give examples like cat, dog, etc.
- Introduce the sounds for the day: ‘ch’ makes a /tʃ/ sound, and ‘sh’ makes a /ʃ/ sound.
- Write the letters ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ on the board, and say the sounds out loud several times.
**2. Direct Instruction (10 minutes):**
- Display flashcards with ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ words.
- Pronounce each word clearly, emphasizing the ‘ch’ or ‘sh’ sound.
- Ask the students to repeat the words.
- Explain the difference between the two sounds, showing where the sound is made in the mouth.
**3. Guided Practice (10 minutes):**
- Show a mix of pictures and words. Ask students to categorize them into ‘ch’ or ‘sh’ sounds.
- Use a Venn diagram on the board to place words with ‘ch’ on one side, ‘sh’ on the other side, and discuss any overlaps.
**4. Independent Practice (10 minutes):**
- Hand out a worksheet where students match pictures with the ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ words.
- Have students complete exercises like filling in the blanks with either ‘ch’ or ‘sh’ to complete words.
**5. Story Time (5 minutes):**
- Read a short story or a picture book that includes a lot of ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ words.
- Ask students to raise their hands every time they hear a ‘ch’ or ‘sh’ word.
**6. Hands-On Activity (5 minutes):**
- Let students create a mini booklet. Provide pre-printed sheets with images and have them write ‘ch’ or ‘sh’ under each picture, then color them.
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#### **Assessment:**
- Observe students during the guided and independent practice.
- Review the worksheets to ensure understanding.
- Listen for correct pronunciation during the story activity and any volunteered participations.
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#### **Closure (5 minutes):**
- Review key points of the lesson: the ‘ch’ and ‘sh’ sounds.
- Ask students to give examples from their own lives where they hear these sounds.
- Praise their effort and participation.
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#### **Follow-Up:**
- Introduce weekly practice of new words containing ‘ch’ and ‘sh’.
- Suggest books and songs that emphasize these sounds.
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By focusing on the recognition, differentiation, and use of the 'ch' and 'sh' sounds, this lesson plan aims to build a strong foundational understanding of these common phonemes for Primary 1 students.