English Home Language - Term 3 - Week 8

Phonics is the relationship between sounds and letters. In this lesson, we will focus on common phonics patterns such as 'ch', 'sh', and 'th'. Understanding these patterns helps us read and spell words correctly. For example, the 'ch' sound can be found in words like 'chair' and 'chocolate'.

Let's look at the phonics pattern 'sh'. Words like 'ship', 'fish', and 'wish' all contain this sound. We can build a word by adding letters to the beginning or end. For instance, if we take 'ish' and add 'f', we get 'fish'. Now, let's try to create a sentence using one of these words: 'The fish swims in the sea.' Notice how we used a capital letter at the start and a full stop at the end.

Now, let's work together to create sentences using the phonics patterns we learned. I will say a word, and you will help me build a sentence. For example, if I say 'chocolate', you might say, 'I love chocolate cake.' Remember to use correct punctuation. Let's try with the word 'shout'. What sentence can we create?

For your independent practice, I want you to choose three phonics patterns we discussed: 'ch', 'sh', and 'th'. Write down five words for each pattern. Then, create a sentence for each word, ensuring you use correct punctuation. After you finish, share your sentences with a partner and discuss any new words you learned.

• chair
• fish
• cat
• dog

Answer: fish

'Fish' contains the 'sh' sound, while the other options do not.

• .
• ,
• !
• ?

Answer: .

A full stop (.) is used to indicate the end of a statement.

Answer: I love chocolate ice cream.

This sentence uses the word 'chocolate' correctly and includes proper punctuation.

• tree
• that
• cat
• dog

Answer: that

'That' starts with the 'th' sound, while the other options do not.

Answer: chair, chocolate, cheese.

These words all contain the 'ch' phonics pattern.

• with a lowercase letter
• with a capital letter
• with a number
• with a symbol

Answer: with a capital letter

Sentences should always start with a capital letter.

Answer: The ship sails across the ocean.

This sentence uses the word 'ship' correctly and includes proper punctuation.

• ch
• sh
• th
• pl

Answer: pl

'Pl' is not one of the phonics patterns we focused on in this lesson.