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Sandpaper Letters: Tracing the Letter 'A'

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Sandpaper Letters: Tracing the Letter 'A'
15 minutes
3-6 years

About This Lesson

This activity introduces the letter 'A' through a digital version of the classic Montessori sandpaper letters. Children will trace the letter with their finger while hearing the phonetic sound, creating a multi-sensory learning experience.

Learning Objectives

  • Develop phonemic awareness
  • Learn the phonetic sound of the letter 'A'
  • Practice proper letter formation
  • Connect visual letter shape with its sound

Materials Needed

  • 1
    Digital sandpaper letter 'A'
  • 2
    Finger tracing tool
  • 3
    Letter sound audio

Lesson Steps

Step 1 of 4
Introduction

1. Introduction

Begin by introducing the letter 'A' and its sound. Explain that we'll be learning how to recognize and write this letter.

Extension Activities

Continue the learning with these additional activities:

  • Find objects around the house that start with the letter 'A' sound
  • Practice writing the letter 'A' in a sand tray
  • Create an 'A' collage with pictures of objects that start with the letter

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