Target Learners

Kindergarten to Grade 1 (Ages 5–6)

Prerequisite Skills

Before introducing sentences, learners should already be familiar with:

• Letter sounds
• CVC words
• Common sight words

Objective

By the end of the lesson, learners will be able to:

• Read simple sentences using choral reading
• Recognize individual words in a sentence
• Read sentences fluently and confidently
• Copy a simple sentence using correct capitalization and punctuation

Materials Needed

• Word flash cards
• Sentence flash cards
• Whiteboard or chart paper
• Pencil and worksheet
• Coloring materials

Lesson Procedure

Step 1: Word Recognition

Begin the lesson by breaking the sentence into individual words. Do not present the full sentence yet.

Example sentence:
“The man is fat.”

1. Show one flash card at a time.
2. Let the children read the word aloud together.
3. Repeat with each word in the sentence.
4. If learners cannot read a word, read it aloud and let them repeat after you.

 Note: This step reinforces CVC and sight word recognition.

Step 2: Sentence Formation

After all the words have been introduced:

1. Arrange the flash cards to form the complete sentence.
2. Point to each word as the class reads it aloud.
3. Read the entire sentence together using choral reading.
4. Repeat the sentence several times to build fluency.

Teaching Tip: Choral reading helps struggling readers participate without fear and builds confidence.

Step 3: Guided Sentence Reading

1. Ask learners to read the sentence again as a group.
2. Repeat the activity daily to develop reading fluency.
3. Encourage clear pronunciation and steady pacing.

Step 4: Sentence Writing (Copying Activity)

After reading practice:

1. Ask learners to copy the sentence on their worksheet.
2. Guide them as they write.
3. Emphasize:
   • The first letter of the sentence must be capitalized.
   • A dot (period) should be placed at the end of the sentence.

Differentiation:

• Learners who struggle may copy only one line.
• Focus on correct form rather than speed.

Step 5: Reinforcement Activities

To avoid boredom and support learning:

• Allow learners to color or draw related to the sentence.
• Combine reading, writing, and creative activities.
• Use short, varied tasks instead of long reading sessions.

 Reminder: Young children learn best through variety and repetition.

Assessment

• Observe learners during choral reading
• Check sentence copying for capitalization and punctuation
• Note improvements in confidence and fluency

Conclusion

Teaching Notes

• Choral reading ensures no child is left behind.
• Repetition strengthens memory and fluency.
• A supportive group setting reduces fear and builds confidence.

Teaching sentences becomes easier and more effective when lessons are broken into simple steps. With consistent practice, patience, and engaging activities, young learners can read and write sentences with confidence and joy.