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Learn to Read

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Alphabet Song - Hooked on Phonics: Learn to Read

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The Big Pig Song - Hooked on Phonics: Learn to Read

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A Song - Hooked on Phonics: Learn to Read

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Oi Frog! by Kes Gray and Jim Field - Children’s Story Read Aloud by This Little Piggy

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Learn to Read

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Rhyme Time - Hooked on Phonics: Learn to Read

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Make a Rhyme, Make a Move - rim og bevægelse

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Make a Rhyme, Make a Move - rim og bevægelse

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Jack Hartman, Rhyming Words

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Make a Rhyme, Make a Move | Rhyming Words | Jack Hartmann

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Little Baby Bum - Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs

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Five Little Speckled Frogs | Nursery Rhymes for Babies by LittleBabyBum - ABCs and 123s

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Teaching kids to rhyme is not only an essential literacy skill-it can be fun, too! This free printable matching game based on the popular song, "Down by the Bay" is a great way to introduce preschoolers to the concept of rhyme.
Did you know that April is National Poetry month?

I love poetry, and when I taught middle school, I loved teaching my students that poetry is about a lot more than weird words strung together by a whole bunch of depressed dead guys. One of my favorite ways to teach them that they liked poetry, even if they didn't realize it, was through music. And since I don't think Little Man is quite ready to appreciate most of Wordsworth and Dickinson just yet, I've taken the same approach with him.
One of the best predictors of how well a kindergartner will learn how to read is whether he or she knows nursery rhymes.
Why? Because they RHYME. And when kids understand rhyme, they understand the sounds and rhythm of language. This article from The Measured Mom explains more about why it's so important to teach our kids to rhyme.

Taking all of this into account, I designed a few special activities for Little Man to learn about rhyming in a fun way. I started with the fun, classic song, "Down by the Bay." I've always liked the silliness of the song, and the simple rhyming words in it are perfect for exploring rhyme with preschoolers.

Watch the video

First, we watched this fun music video of the song from The Learning Station.

Sing the song

Then, we sang the song ourselves, and I taught him some hand motions to go along with it. Nerdy brain research alert!...When you use multiple modalities (senses...like touch, sight, sound, etc.) in teaching, kids are much more likely to remember what you want them to learn. By attaching motions to the song, Little Man has a much easier time following along and learning the rhymes. Here are the basic lyrics along with my actions (in parenthesis below each line).

Down by the bay
(move one hand up and down like you're making waves on the water)

where the watermelon grows
(put arms in front of you like you're holding a big watermelon)

back to my home
(bring fingertips together to make the roof of a pretend house)

I dare not go
(shake pointer finer back and forth as if saying "no")

for if I do
(shake finger at an imaginary person in front of you )

my mother will say....
(cup hands around mouth as if to say something)

(Fill in the rest of whatever verse of the song you're singing.)

I even let Little Man add some verses. I'd have him pick an animal, and I'd come up with a silly rhyme to go with it.

Play the game

Finally, we played match with the rhyming words from the song.

We played it two ways, making it successively harder the more familiar he became with the rhyming words.
Option 1 (easier)

1. Lay the cards out on a table (or floor) face up.

2. Have your child pick one of the animal card.

3. Then, you can both search for the matching rhyme card. (e.g.-boat & goat, duck & truck, etc.)

4. Repeat until you've matched all the rhymes.

Option 2 (harder)

1. Place the cards on the table face down this time, making a grid.

2. Play like traditional memory games, taking turns turning over two cards at a time and trying to find the matches.

We had a great time with this activity, and I'm happy to report that Little Man is slowly beginning to grasp the concept of words that rhyme!

Enjoy!

I regularly link up here.

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Teaching kids to rhyme: rhyming match game (free printable) - The Many Little Joys

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Teaching kids to rhyme is not only an essential literacy skill-it can be fun, too! This free printable matching game based on the popular song, "Down by the Bay" is a great way to introduce preschoolers to the concept of rhyme. Did you know that April is National Poetry month?

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PussyCat, PussyCat Nursery Rhyme | Popular Nursery Rhymes by ChuChuTV

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Oi Frog Activities - Interactive worksheet

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Reading comprehension interactive and downloadable worksheet. You can do the exercises online or download the worksheet as pdf.

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Ordkort til rimlege til Oi Frog uden billeder.docx

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Idéoplæg

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Startoplæg til snak om rim i Oi Frog.ppt

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Prepositions of place online worksheet for 2 Form. You can do the exercises online or download the worksheet as pdf.

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Frog on a Log? by Kes Gray, illustrated by Jim Field

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The Animal Boogie | Barefoot Books Singalong

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The Ants Go Marching | Kids Songs | Super Simple Songs

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Today I Learned | Rhyming Words | DOG & FROG

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Rhyme Time, Word Gobble osv.     Funbrain Junior, 0.-2. kl.

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Rhyme Time | Rhyming Word Recognition | Early Literacy Game for Preschoolers and Kindergartners

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Go on an underwater adventure by finding and matching the two words that rhyme.

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Læsning m./u. opgaver, rimspil 0.- 4.klasse

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Roy the Zebra, 1.- 4. kl.

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Reading Games and Guided Reading with Roy the Zebra

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English KS1 - reading, spelling and punctuation games plus stories

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English KS1 interactive resources. Reading, spelling and punctuation games plus guided reading stories made just for your KS1 learners. Perfect for iPads, Chromebooks, laptops and PCs and Macs, wonderful to use in the classroom.

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Interactive Primary Literacy Teaching Resources - SparkleBox

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FREE interactive Literacy activities to play online for Primary School kids.

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KS1 rhyme rhyming resources, activities, games - SparkleBox

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Free printable rhyme and rhyming teaching resources and activities.

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Education.com, kræver login/gratis 0.-4. kl.

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It's time to rhyme! Learning about rhyming words helps children master word families, onsets and rimes, and other essential phonics skills.

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Nursery Rhyme Teaching Resources and Printables - SparkleBox

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FREE printable Nursery Rhyme resources for EYFS and KS1 Primary teachers.

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Spil til træning af tidlig læsning, ordforråd og grammatik, 2.- 5. kl.

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Leveraging Games for Enhanced K-12 Primary Education in ESL, Math, and Science

In a world where screens have become ubiquitous, leveraging technology for educational purposes has never been more relevant. Enter the realm of online gaming-not just any gaming, but educational games designed for K-12 primary students. In this expansive guide, we will delve into the multifaceted benefits of using online games to enhance English as a Second Language (ESL), Math, and Science education. Get ready to play ESL games online, dabble in math adventures, and explore the fascinating universe of science games that are cool.

Play ESL Games Online: Transforming Language Learning

Games for ESL: More Than Just Fun and Games

When it comes to learning English as a second language, play becomes a powerful tool. Online games offer a unique blend of fun and educational content designed to help ESL learners grasp new concepts, from vocabulary to sentence structure, and even cultural nuances. Playing ESL games online creates a less intimidating environment for learners, allowing them to absorb language elements more naturally.

Building Blocks of Language: Vocabulary and Grammar

The most basic, yet crucial aspects of language learning, are vocabulary and grammar. ESL games often include exercises to match words with pictures, spell words correctly, and form sentences. This playful approach facilitates easier understanding and retention of language fundamentals.

Find Cool Games for Math: Making Numbers Fun

Why Play Math Games Online?

The conventional way of learning math-through rote memorization and repetition-often leaves students bored and unengaged. When you play math games online, you bring an element of fun into the equation, literally. Math games convert abstract concepts into tangible problems that require critical thinking. This makes it easier for young minds to grasp these concepts while having fun.

Math Gaming Categories

Whether it's solving puzzles, going on treasure hunts, or participating in virtual math competitions, online platforms offer a wide range of math games. You can find cool games for math that range from simple addition and subtraction to complex algebraic equations.

Play Science Games Online: Discover, Learn, Innovate

Science Games That Are Cool

How can you make science, often seen as a complex and challenging subject, enjoyable for primary students? The answer lies in integrating games into the educational process. When students play science games online, they experience hands-on learning that fosters curiosity and deepens understanding.

A Universe of Topics

The realm of science is broad, encompassing biology, physics, chemistry, earth sciences, and more. Online platforms often offer games for science that cover these various subjects, each designed to address specific educational standards and outcomes.

Primary Games for Holistic Learning
What Makes Primary Games Different?
When we talk about primary games, we refer to games explicitly designed for younger learners in the K-12 spectrum. These games are simplified yet engaging, covering the core subjects of ESL, Math, and Science. They are crafted to be age-appropriate, ensuring that students not only learn but also enjoy the process.
Primary the Games: Customization and Curriculum
The beauty of primary games lies in their customization options. Teachers and educators can tailor these games to align with the curriculum, making them an excellent supplemental learning tool.
FAQs: Why Are Games Important in Primary Education?
Q1: What is the significance of using games in primary education?
A: Games turn learning into an engaging and interactive experience. They help in improving focus, enhancing retention, and building problem-solving skills, all of which are crucial in primary education.

Q2: How can games be beneficial for ESL learners?
A: Games can offer a stress-free environment where ESL learners can practice language skills without the fear of making mistakes. They also facilitate better retention of vocabulary and grammar rules.

Q3: Are online math games effective for learning?
A: Absolutely! Online math games transform abstract concepts into interactive challenges, making it easier for students to understand and apply them.

Q4: Do science games offer practical knowledge?
A: Yes, many science games simulate real-world scenarios, encouraging students to apply scientific principles and learn through experimentation.

Q5: How do primary games align with traditional education?
A: Many primary games are designed to correlate with standard educational curriculums, making them an excellent supplement to traditional classroom teaching.

In conclusion, the digital age offers an abundance of opportunities to make learning a more engaging and enjoyable process. Whether it's ESL, Math, or Science, there's an online game tailored to make mastering each subject a thrilling adventure. So go ahead, enrich your primary educational journey with an array of games that not only educate but also entertain.

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Games for Learning English, Vocabulary, Grammar Games, Activities, ESL

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ESL Games Plus offers interactive online games for learning and teaching English as a Second Language. Our learning games are mostly suitable for teaching ESL Kids and Teenagers. There are activities for teaching and practising English grammar, vocabulary, sentences, listening and pronunciation skills.

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Teaching Notes + memoryspil

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1.-2. klasse

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Thimble and Twig

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Isn't it great when you find a book that is satisfyingly funny for both adults and children? Well, 'Oi Frog!' is just that kind of book and we completely adore it in our house at the moment. It was bought by their auntie for a birthday last year but a week hasn't gone by where we haven't read it!

It's got enough cheek to humour even little children (because there are bottoms mentioned!) And is narrated by a funny, opinionated cat who has got a bossy turn of phrase that entertains my older two, Elodie and Finlay too.

The illustrations include a brilliant frog with the most expressive eyeballs and eyebrows in town. Even young children like using the zany rhyming and quirky pictures to predict what each animal is meant to be sitting on (puffins sit on muffins and snakes sit on cakes) so much so, that Orla, my three year old knows most of the words off by heart which means her rhyming knowledge is taking off! I've just found out there is a sequel too - 'Oi Dog' where the bossy cat gets it's come uppance which I can't wait to read!

So, as you can guess, I'd thoroughly recommend this book to anyone and in honour of it being our favourite book of the month/ year and with it being National Reading month.....we've come up with some cute crafty and foody activities to enjoy after you've read Oi Frog! I've linked up with other fantastic websites to share our favourite books and crafts or recipes based on the books. See here to check out the other books!

First up, we made a Sticky Paper Plate Frog to play our 'Oi Frog!' Printable game with. You can download our Oi Frog! rhyming printable for free here.

If you'd like to make the Sticky Paper Plate Frog, you will need......

Green Card

Red Card

Paper Plate

Green Paint

Googly Eyes

Water Balloons (green) - regular balloons will work too

Velcro Strips (optional)

1. Fold the Paper Plate in half and paint it green.

2. Blow up the water balloons a small way (this is easier with water balloons than regular balloons) and stick a googly eye on each.

3. Put a small slit in the top of your paper plate and insert the balloon eyes into the slits so they pop out!

4. Draw legs on the green card, tape them to the back of your paper plate.

5. Draw a red tongue out of card and stick it to the back of the plate.

6. (optional) add a Velcro strip to the back of the Frog's tongue if you want to play the Sticky Frog Printable Game.

Oi Frog Printable Game for toddlers

Playing the game, is very simple. First print the game and cut out the squares. Place Velcro strips on the back of the squares and use the sticky frog for your toddler to pick up the squares. Your toddler could try to match the squares according to what the animals sat on the in the book! Or, without reading this makes a good rhyming game (carrots sat on parrots).

Next, we settled down for a tasty frog sandwich after we'd had a little read! It's super easy to make the sandwich and a fun way to brighten up little lunches! You will need.... Grapes, Marmite (optional for the eye balls), yellow and red pepper, spinach for the lily pads, cucumber, bread and ham.

I hope these ideas help you enjoy 'Oi Frog!' even more!
Oi Frog! Printable Rhyming Game
Remember to download your FREE OI FROG! PRINTABLE HERE

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'Oi Frog!' by Kes Gray. Craft and Reading Activities. - Thimble and Twig

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Isn't it great when you find a book that is satisfyingly funny for both adults and children? Well, 'Oi Frog!' is just that kind of book and we completely adore it in our house at the moment. It was bought by their auntie for a birthday last year but a week hasn't gone by where ...

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En boganmeldelse med kreative ideer

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Lots of fabulous books are being published today (such as this one and another one I really like; this one) but Oi Frog! by Kes Gray, illustrated by Jim Field is the one that has jumped up and down and begged to be shared with you right now, without delay. It's got cheek, energy and zany rhymes, and it's the first book I've read this year which I think is a serious contender for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize.

We all know, from the very first books we ever read, that the Cat sits on the mat and the Frog sits on the log. This is part of the overarching World Order that must be in place to stop society descending into chaos.

Oi Frog! is narrated by a rather supercilious Cat, one of the World Order's Heavies. He knows everyone's place, and the place for everyone. Mules sit on stools. Parrots sit on carrots. And foxes sit on boxes. That's just the way it is. End of.

But Frog... well he is brave enough to question authority: He does not want to sit on a log.

And this INFURIATES Cat.

Will Frog survive Cat's laying down of the law? Well... (sucking my teeth and shaking my head), I would tell you, but I know my place (Zoes sit on Joeys) and I'm not risking Cat's wrath descending on me. No way.

Jim Field (a past winner of the Roald Dahl Funny prize - so he has form...) has created a cast of enormously characterful animals with some of the most expressive eyeballs and eyebrows in town. Vibrantly coloured pages exude zing and vitality. The anarchy captured in his illustrations (what sort of crazy world is it where puffins sit on muffins or snakes sit on cakes?) contrasts wickedly with Cat's determination to keep things utterly orderly.

Gray's text is bold and brassy. Kids will love predicting what's coming next, and both teachers and learner readers will enjoy the chance to play and delight in language much more than they can by only following the rules of phonics.

A devilishly delightful cautionary tale told with aplomb, illustrated with exuberance, I really do adore Oi Frog!.

And as is always a good sign, within seconds of finishing our first shared reading of Oi Frog! we were raiding our craft supplies inspired. One paper bag, a few pipecleaners, and two pingpong balls later we had our own adorable, if anxious frog:

Look! Look! Do you see what Frog is sitting on?!

While making our frog stand in silly poses, and whilst pretending to be frogs ourselves we hopped around to:

A Rare Bog, A Rattlin' Bog by Wally Whyton. You can listen for free here on MySpace.

Frog in the Bog by Jim Cosgrove

Frog Trouble by Mark Lanegan

And a couple of songs from dear old Kermit...

Apart from making your own frog toy you could also try these activities alongside reading Oi Frog!:

Making your own rhyming poetry using the template [animal] [verb] [preposition] [rhyming noun] eg Gerbils love to eat furballs, ants love to eat pants, or Woodlice sleep on ice, bears sleep on chairs. Here's an online rhyming dictionary you could use if you get stuck.

Using this book as a starting point to explore more serious beliefs about order in the world. You could discuss what rules there are in society, why they are there, and when/if it is appropriate to break them.

Creating a balancing game. Gather together plastic animals (representing those in the book) and toy objects (matching the places where animals have to sit). Try to balance the animals on the right objects. You could see how many you could balance in a set amount of time.

Who are your favourite fictional frogs? One of my very earliest reading memories is of dear old Flippy the Frog.

Disclosure: I received a free review copy of Oi Frog! from the publishers.

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Lots of fabulous books are being published today (such as this one and another one I really like; this one) but Oi Frog! by Kes Gray, illustrated by Jim Field is the one that has jumped up and down and begged to be shared with you right now, without delay.

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Frog on a Log Song | There is, There are | BINGOBONGO Learning

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fra VILD MED ENGELSK

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Kategori: Flashcardaktiviteter

Muscial Cards: noget, der kan spille musik (højtalere)

Fly Swatter: to fluesmækkere

The Puppet Says: en hånddukke el. en bamse

Hoop Run: 3 hulahopringe

Hop Scotch: kridt og ærteposer

Dice Game: terninger og flashcards med numre på

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VILD MED ENGELSK - Flashcards aktiviteter

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Kategori: Flashcardaktiviteter Muscial Cards: noget, der kan spille musik (højtalere) Fly Swatter: to fluesmækkere The Puppet Says: en hånddukke el. en bamse Hoop Run: 3 hulahopringe Hop Scotch: kridt og ærteposer Dice Game: terninger og flashcards med numre på

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Fra VILD MED ENGELSK

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Print listen med fixed Collocations: Ordpar, der er faste udtryk på engelsk: osv. Vælg dem, der er mest kendte først. Forbered et antal kort med ordparrene, kun eet ord på hver. Hvis klassen har mange svage elever, kan ordene gennemgås på forhånd. salt and pepper, dead or alive, fish and chips, bride and groom

Giv hver elev et kort og bed dem om at rejse sig op. De skal nu fæste deres ord på en klassekammerat uden, at vedkommende læser det. Alle har nu et ord, som de ikke kender på ryggen.

Opgaven går nu ud på at finde ud af, hvad det ord er. Eleverne må kun stille spørgsmål, hvorpå der kan svares ja eller nej, og når ét spørgsmål er besvaret, skal de gå videre til den næste person. Det er forbudt at blive hængende ved en bestemt gruppe!

Når eleverne har regnet ud, hvad deres ord er, skal de finde deres ord-partner. Her er det ok at stille mere end ét ord pr. person. Når alle er færdige, prøv med nogle nye ord. Man kan med fordel finde memory cards, der også kan bruges til dette.

Kan leges med andet sammenhørende ordforråd, fx synonymer.

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VILD MED ENGELSK - Mix'n match mellemtrin

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Print listen med fixed Collocations: Ordpar, der er faste udtryk på engelsk: osv. Vælg dem, der er mest kendte først. Forbered et antal kort med ordparrene, kun eet ord på hver. Hvis klassen har mange svage elever, kan ordene gennemgås på forhånd.

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43 Rhyming Activities for Kindergarten - My Teaching Cupboard

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Discover 43 hands-on rhyming activities to help you teach rhyming and word families to your kindergarten and preschool children. These educational games and hands-on activities are an effective and fun way to teach rhyming words. Perfect for your literacy lessons and centers.

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O Song - Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read Kindergarten