English First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 6

Phonics is the relationship between sounds and their spellings. In this lesson, we will explore how different sounds can be combined to form words. For example, the sounds /b/, /l/, and /ue/ can be blended to create the word 'blue'. Understanding these relationships helps in reading and spelling new words.

Let’s take the sounds /s/, /t/, and /ar/. When we blend these sounds together, we can form the word 'star'. Now, if we add the sound /t/ at the beginning, we get 'start'. This process of adding, removing, or changing sounds helps us create new words. Let’s practice this with other sound combinations.

Now that we have practiced building words, let’s construct sentences. Using the words we created, write a sentence. For example, if we use 'star', we can say, 'The star shines brightly in the night sky.' Pay attention to punctuation; every sentence should start with a capital letter and end with a full stop.

For your independent practice, choose five words that we have built during the lesson. Write a short paragraph using these words. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, read your paragraph aloud to a partner to practice your speaking skills.

• The meaning of words
• The relationship between sounds and spellings
• The history of language
• The structure of sentences

Answer: The relationship between sounds and spellings

Phonics focuses on how sounds correspond to letters and how they combine to form words.

• the cat is sleeping
• The cat is sleeping.
• the Cat is sleeping.
• The cat is sleeping

Answer: The cat is sleeping.

A correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.

Answer: Improves reading skills and enhances spelling abilities.

Phonics helps students decode words, making reading easier and improving their spelling.

• /p/, /l/, /ay/
• /p/, /l/, /e/
• /p/, /l/, /a/
• /p/, /l/, /o/

Answer: /p/, /l/, /ay/

The sounds /p/, /l/, and /ay/ blend together to form the word 'play'.

Answer: The star twinkled in the sky.

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

• I love reading books.
• i love reading books.
• I love reading books
• I love reading books!

Answer: I love reading books.

The sentence should end with a full stop to indicate completion.

Answer: By blending sounds together.

Blending sounds is a common method to create new words in phonics.