Family Fun – Lesson 13 – Book 3 Rose
Meet Rose, an adorable little girl who lives in Pine Grove. Who is that little animal peeking his nose out of a hole? Read this story to find out! Family Fun – Lesson 13 I can read the story, Rose. Objective: To fluently read the story, Rose. (RF.K.4) Materials: Rose (Set 15, Book 3) Procedures: Discuss the cover of the book. Ask questions such as: What is the title of this story? Who is the main character? What kind of trees are those. What is on the ground under the trees? Turn to the inside front cover to read and discuss the...
read moreFamily Fun – Lesson 12 – Sight Word Memory Game
Playing a memory game is always a fun way to practice sight words and the kite cards go along well with our new book, Mike. Family Fun – Lesson 12 I can identify new sight words. Objective: To read sight words: by, white, saw, his, into. (RF.K.3) Materials: sight words cards, instant coffee grounds, tray, kite cutouts, marker Procedures: Tell your child he will learn five new sight words (by, into, white, his, saw). Have him trace each sight word card with his finger, saying the letters and the word. Then he will copy the words in a...
read moreFun and Educational Online Activities for a Rainy Day by Jenny Wise
Photo via Pexels Fun and Educational Online Activities For A Rainy Day Written by: Jenny Wise The internet is filled with time drains and useless videos, but it is also filled with a mind-boggling range of educational resources and tutorials just waiting to be explored. So, the next time you and the kids are stuck inside on a rainy day, use the opportunity to pick up a new skill, work on a project, or simply spend some quality time together. Exercise Videos Just because you’re inside doesn’t mean you can’t get...
read moreFamily Fun – Lesson 11 – Magic E
A simple dollar store item like this can make learning extra fun! Family Fun – Lesson 1 I can change vowel sounds in words by adding final e. Objective: To change vowel sounds in words by adding the final e. (RF.K.3) Materials: scribble slate, magic wand. Procedures: Ask your child to spell “hop” on the scribble slate Tell her to place the “magic e wand” at the end of the word. Explain that this word no longer says “hop” but by adding the “magic” e at the end of the word, the word has changed to “hope”. When there is a final e, the...
read moreFamily Fun – Lesson 10 – Writing Prompt for Book 2 Mike
For your child, deciding which favorite outdoor activity to write about will be the hardest part of this lesson! Family Fun – Lesson 10 I can write about my favorite outdoor activity. Objective: To use inventive writing to write a story. (W.K.1) Materials: journal, pencil, crayons Procedures: Refer back to the story and name some of the things that Mike liked to do outdoors. Ask your child to write about her favorite outdoor activity. Encourage her to use spaces between words, punctuation at the end of the sentence and to use...
read moreFamily Fun – Lesson 9 – Book 2 Mike
Oh no! This adventurous little boy needs to watch where he is going. To find out what happens, read this funny story. Family Fun – Lesson 9 I can read the story, “Mike.” Objective: To fluently read the story, Mike. (RF.K.4) Materials: Mike (Set 9, Book 2) Procedures: Discuss the cover of the book. Ask questions such as: What is the title of this story? Who is the main character? Where does this story take place? What season is it? Turn to the inside front cover to read and discuss the vocabulary words. Then have your child read the...
read moreFamily Fun – Lesson 8 – Decoding Words with Short and Long Vowels
Your little baker will have fun using spoons and bowls, just like the baker in our new story Jane. Family Fun – Lesson 8 I can decode new words. Objective: To decode new words using the final e rule. (RF.K.3 Materials: plastic spoons, sharpie, two bowls, long and short vowel symbols Procedures: On the plastic spoons, write decodable words that have short and long vowel sounds using the vowels, a and i. Place the spoons in a basket. Label two bowls with the short and long vowel symbols. Your child will pull a spoon from the basket, read...
read moreFamily Fun – Lesson 7 – Magic E
Magic wands are good for all sorts of things! They can even change vowel sounds! Family Fun – Lesson 7 I can change vowel sounds in words by adding final e. Objective: To change vowel sounds in words by adding the final e. (RF.K.3) Materials: magnetic letters, baking sheet, magic wand. Procedures: Ask your child to spell “kit” on the baking sheet with the magnetic letters. Tell her to place the “magic e wand” at the end of the word. Explain that this word no longer says “kit” but by adding the “magic” e at the end of the word,...
read moreFamily Fun – Lesson 6 – Writing Prompt Book 1 Jane
Mmmmm. Who doesn’t love cake? In this journal entry, your child will write about his favorite kind of cake. Family Fun – Lesson 6 I can write about my favorite kind of cake. Objective: To use inventive writing to write a story. (W.K.1) Materials: journal, pencil, crayons Procedures: Talk about the nice surprise that Jane was making for a family member. Then ask your child to write about his favorite kind of cake. Encourage him to use spaces between words, punctuation at the end of the sentence and to use letter-sounds that he...
read moreFamily Fun – Lesson 5 – Book 1 Jane
Whoops! Jane is baking a cake for Kate. But things don’t go as planned. To find out what went wrong, read this funny story! Family Fun – Lesson 5 I can read the story, “Jane.” Objective: To fluently read the story, Jane. (RF.K.4) Materials: Jane (Set 15, Book 1) Procedures: Discuss the cover of the book. Ask questions such as: What is the title of this story? Who is the main character? What is her occupation? What is baking in the oven? Turn to the inside front cover to read and discuss the vocabulary words. Then have your...
read more
