Sounds: d and g. Blending: -eg / -ig Lesson Plan
LEARNING OBJECTIVE: Students will be able to identify and blend the sounds of the letters d
and g with the endings -eg and -ig.
ASSESSMENTS: Students will complete a blending worksheet that requires them to read and
write words that contain the sounds d and g with the endings -eg and -ig.
KEY POINTS:
● The sound of the letter "d" as in "dog."
● The sound of the letter "g" as in "goat."
● Blending sounds to form words such as "dig," "beg," "gig," and "leg."
● The importance of listening for sounds in words.
OPENING:
● Begin with a fun song or chant that includes words starting with d and g.
● Ask students, "What words can you think of that start with the letter d or g?"
● Write their responses on the board to engage them and establish a connection to the
lesson.
INTRODUCTION TO NEW MATERIAL:
● Introduce the letters d and g using flashcards and sound out each letter.
● Show examples of words that include -eg and -ig endings.
● Demonstrate blending sounds by phonemically articulating d-ig and g-eg.
● Common misconception: Students may confuse the sounds of d and g; clarify by
emphasizing their unique sounds.
GUIDED PRACTICE:
● Students will work in pairs to practice blending sounds using word cards.
● Model blending by saying the sounds slowly then speeding up to form the word.
● Use questioning like, "What sound does 'd' make?" followed by "What happens when
we add 'ig'?"
● Monitor student performance by circulating the room and providing feedback.
INDEPENDENT PRACTICE:
● Students will complete a blending worksheet where they fill in the blanks for words
with d and g.
● Set behavioral expectations: Work quietly and raise hands for help.
● Ensure that students write words correctly and practice saying them aloud.
CLOSING:
● Conduct a quick round-robin where students share one word they created today.
● Reinforce the importance of blending sounds and how it helps in reading.
EXTENSION ACTIVITY:
● Provide advanced students with a list of additional words to sort into categories based
on the sounds d and g.
● Encourage them to create sentences using those words.
HOMEWORK:
● Assign students to find three objects at home starting with d and g, and draw or write
them down to share in the next class.
STANDARDS ALIGNED:
● CAPS:
○ Phonemic Awareness: Demonstrate understanding of the sounds of letters.
○ Reading: Blend sounds to read and write simple words.
○ Language: Use correct spelling for words learned in class.