Digital Bulletin Board: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Vocabulary, Fluency, and Comprehension by Vivian Johnson

Digital Bulletin Board: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Vocabulary, Fluency, and Comprehension by Vivian Johnson https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q en-us 2022-09-05 21:22:10 UTC 2026-02-03 07:00:32 UTC hello@padlet.com Phonemic Awareness vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465429 2022-09-05 21:27:08 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465429 Phonics vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465796 2022-09-05 21:28:02 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465796 Vocabulary vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465871 2022-09-05 21:28:14 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465871 Fluency vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465933 2022-09-05 21:28:24 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465933 Comprehension vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465973 2022-09-05 21:28:30 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283465973 Classroom Activity #1 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283466143 Title: Clapping Names
Objective: During this activity students will learn the nature of syllables. Student's will clap and count the number of syllables in their first and last name.
How to do the activity: I will begin by modeling a simple word and then a complex one to see if students are following as to what they will be doing throughout the activity. After checking for understanding the teacher will model various names that range in different lengths all while having students participate. Once the modeling words have been completed, I will choose a student’s name and pronounce it syllable by syllable while clapping it out before inviting the children to say and clap the name along with me. We will then go around the classroom and have students pronounce their name all while clapping and sounding out the syllables. Once students have found how many syllables are within their name, they will put two fingers under their chin and sound out the syllables. This is a great activity to get students to practice with different words and understanding what syllables are and how they sound.

Differentiated Learning: This activity can be differentiated for students with exceptionalities as it can be done in multiple forms to accommodate the needs of every student. For example, if a student has a hard time learning when instruction is just being talked, I can provide the student with a worksheet of the words that are being modeled and provide them with markers so they can break down the words. This will allow for them to see where the syllable takes place in the word. This will allow for the student to be hands on but also engaged in the classroom activity.

Worksheet: https://assets.ctfassets.net/p0qf7j048i0q/4pPmvQGvYrjmnVwCPX0vO/907d881c9b151d6c98e81192d31d5d50/Elkonin_Sound_Boxes_Understood.pdf

]]> 2022-09-05 21:28:59 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283466143 Classroom Activity #2 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283466211 Title: Say it with Nonsense
Objective : Students will learn how to improve the ability to pay attention to differences between what they expect to hear and what they actually hear when hearing poems or stories they are familiar with.
How to do the Activity: The students and I will meet in a reading circle. I will choose a poem that our class is familiar with and enjoyed reading previously. I will have students close their eyes and hear the poem correctly the first time and then the second time I reread I will substitute words or change order of a word. This class activity will challenge the student to detect the changes whenever they hear them and explain what is wrong and their reasoning. When they do, encourage them to explain what was wrong. It is important that during the game we encourage students to participate and ask question if they do not understand. " As the game is replayed in more subtle variations across the year, it will also serve usefully to sharpen the children's awareness of the phonology, words, syntax, and semantics of language." ( Reading Rockets, 2022).

References:
Reading Rockets. Phonemic activities for the preschool or elementary classroom. (2022, February 24). from https://www.readingrockets.org/article/phonemic-activities-preschool-or-elementary-classroom ]]> 2022-09-05 21:29:09 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283466211 At-home activity vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283466470 Blending Words

How to do activity at home: It is important that when students are learning phonemic awareness that parents participate in their learning. During reading time at home parents can stop and have the child listen as they break a word down into two parts, have them blend the sounds together and guess the word. For example, " H....AT”. This activity doesn’t have to be limited to reading time. Parents / guardians are encouraged to point out objects or places when going out or doing things around the house. This will allow the child to say the name of the object or place in two parts and have your child blend the word.

]]> 2022-09-05 21:29:36 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283466470 Family Resources vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283466941 https://www.readingrockets.org/reading-101-guide-parents/first-grade/phonological-and-phonemic-awareness-activities-your-first-grader

The activities /resource listed under this component will meet the reading needs of young learners with and without exceptionalities as students learn how letters represent sounds. The activities and resources I have listed under phonemic awareness tackle various skills and not simply focusing on one thing. During these activities students will learn syllables, blending, onset–rime, and phonemes which are essential when they move to learning phonics.

]]> 2022-09-05 21:30:49 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2283466941 Classroom Activity #1 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285383501 Title: Blends Fish Sorting Activity
Objective: Students will learn how to combine the learning of beginning consonant blends.
How to do the activity: For this activity we will be doing it in groups after a learning lesson on blended constants. Students will receive a cut out of fishbowls and set of goldfish that contain blends for ( fl, tr, br, cr, fr, cl, dr, sl, st, bl, gl, and sc). In their groups students will work together to sort the goldfish with words into the correct blend fishbowl. As students sort the words, they will pronounce the word and sound it out. Once they are done sorting the words students will write the words for each blend group into their student journals. Once they have written out the words we will discuss as a class and review them.

This is a great group activity as you can mix students up based on their learning needs. This activity allows for the diversity of students to learn from one another and help those students with exceptionalities.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:50:45 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285383501 Classroom Activity #2 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285384038 Digraph Bug Swatting Game

Objective: Students will learn how to strengthen the concept of digraph graphemes at the beginning of a word.

How to do this activity: For this activity students will work in groups of three. They will receive four bugs each with labeled digraphs (sh, wh, th, and ch), along with 24 game card words, and two fly swatters. Students will place the four bugs on the floor or their desk and have the pile of words next to them. The third student will take a card and turn it over having the pair playing swatting the corresponding digraph the word belongs too. The helper will keep score as for every correct digraph student will get a point. the student helper then will switch and play.

This activity will be great to help students with exceptionalities as a lot of drill and practice helps significantly. This activity will help as I can provide my students with immediate feedback to what needs correction avoiding them from learning errors. I can also provide them with uplifting feedback and modify the game if needed to help them understand the concept a bit better.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:51:30 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285384038 At-home activity vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285384262 Phonics First Little Readers (Parent Pack)

https://shop.scholastic.com/parent-ecommerce/books/phonics-first-little-readers-parent-pack-9781338717563.html

This activity book set is great for students that are K-2nd grade. The mini books are full of color and easy to read stories where children will learn all phonics skills such as short vowels, long vowels, consonant blends, and digraphs. The parent pack does not only come with the books but, also a parent guide that has great tips when helping children learn how to read.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:51:50 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285384262 Family Resources vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285384447 https://www.readingrockets.org/literacyapps/phonics

This family website assist parents in teaching children phonics. There are various websites that can make the learning of phonics very fun and engaging for them.

The activities and resources that have been provided under phonics will meet the reading needs of young learners with and without exceptionalities as they tackle various learning skills that are important. For example, the classroom activities of digraphs and constant blends are major components when learning phonics. The activities along with the at home parent guide are able to be modified to meet the needs of all students. All activities chosen are engaging but focus on collaborative group learning allowing for all students to learn together. ]]> 2022-09-06 21:52:05 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285384447 Classroom Activity #1 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285385110 Frayer Model
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Frayer-Model-Template-Completely-Editable-5428234?st=346bbe7146b3c14d8c40c88268fb3675

Objective : Students will learn to identify and understand unfamiliar vocabulary words.

How to do this activity: The vocabulary words will be chosen from the reading or concept we will be learning in class. As a class we will review the vocabulary together and then students will complete the Frayer model during the course of a week. In the Frayer model students will need to define the vocabulary word, use it in a sentence, find synonyms using resources in textbooks or our web corner, examples of how a word would be used, and lastly an image of the word.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:53:02 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285385110 Classroom Activity #2 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285385237 Creating Magic Sentences With Vocabulary

Objective : Students will be able to take a simple sentence and make it more interesting by choosing a different word.

How to do this activity : Teachers will create sentences ranging in complexity. It is important that when creating the sentences that will be used for this activity that I ensure that the vocabulary list being reviewed fits into them. I will then cut up the sentences and stick them into a magic bag that student's will draw them from. The word bank will be listed on our bulletin board and may use their vocabulary frayer models as a reference. " By having your students think critically about which words are the best to switch out and the vocabulary words would work best in their place, they will build both creative and descriptive writing skills." ( Collins, 2019). It is important that students learn the vocabulary and understand what synonyms are. This activity can also be made into a project as students can create their own short story using the sentences that were created and adding more detail. Vocabulary words can be repeated if wanted and are used in the correct context.

References:
Collins, C. (2022, January 11). 5 activities to improve 3rd grade vocabulary - studentreasures blog. Studentreasures Publishing. from https://studentreasures.com/blog/teaching-strategies/5-fun-ways-teachers-can-improve-3rd-grade-vocabulary/

]]> 2022-09-06 21:53:14 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285385237 At- home activity vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285385407
New words during read alouds

During reading time parents can review the book with the child. They then can do a read aloud and as they discover new words; they can discuss it with the child and then move back into the reading. This activity doesn’t allow the child to become overwhelmed with so much new vocabulary but rather engaged in learning new words at their pace. Parents can then use the new word learned throughout the course of the next day and encourage the child to use in a sentence.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:53:31 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285385407 Family Resources vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285385544 https://www.readingrockets.org/reading-101-guide-parents/kindergarten/vocabulary-activities-your-kindergartner

The activities and resources that are listed below Vocabulary are important when shaping readers minds as this is how they will expand their language. The in class activities chosen are to help students learn in differentiated strategies. Students will be able to learn the concept but also put it into practice as we learn through class discussions, individual work, and collaborative group learning. Whether the student has exceptionalities or not they will be learning in a supportive learning environment that expands their reading skills as well as comprehension. ]]> 2022-09-06 21:53:46 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285385544 Classroom Activity #1 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285386097 4- K-W-L Charts

How to do this activity: This activity will be done using a K.W.L Chart where students will fill in what they know prior to the reading or concept being taught, what they want to learn, and at the end reviewing what they learned. This is a great class activity to do with students as they can actively
engage in class discussions and begin to think critically. I will begin by showing them the new book we will be reading. As a class we will examine the book cover and introduce the topic we will be learning about. Students will then share what they know about the subject and begin to build questions that can be asked during the question period of our lesson. During this time, we will also do Think-Pair-Share as I ask questions and they discuss with their partners before sharing as a class. As our class discussions gets deeper students tell me many things they want to learn or take from this reading / concept. Once we have read and reviewed the concept as a class, we will we write down all of the things we have learned, and the students will be able to share. This is a great activity for students with exceptionalities as they can be paired with someone that can strengthen their learning. As well they will be able and encouraged to share their thinking as no answer is wrong during these types of activities. It allows students to step out of their comfort zone and think outside of the box. It can also boost their self esteem as what they may share others may not know.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:54:34 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285386097 Classroom Activity #2 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285386196 5 Finger Story Retells

Objective: Students will be able to display their comprehension of the story by sharing key details of the text.

How to do this Activity: This activity can be done as a whole class or can be divided into small groups for students to work together. As a class we will read a comprehension short story. As a class we will discuss the short story and fill in the Five finger anchor chart together. Students will need to discuss and understand the following five things.

1. Characters: Who was in the story? Who was the main character?

2. Setting: Where did the story take place? Are there any key details of the setting?

3. Events: What happened in the story? What events do they believe are important?

4. End: How did the story end? Why do you think the story ended this way? Did they like the ending of the story? Was it expected?

5. Students will share their favorite character or part of the story. The teacher will share as well.

This activity can be differentiated to meet the needs of every student as you can substitute reading the short text to an audio story. If a student that does poorly in reading comprehension does better with a partner this activity can be reviewed in small groups as the teacher goes around and provides the student feedback and additional help.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:54:44 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285386196 At- home activity vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285386385
" I predict" ... / Active reading

https://youtu.be/lKWtMgMT2Lw

How to do this activity: When parents and children sit for a read aloud at home they can come up with predictions before starting. This home activity may require for the child to choose a new book they have not yet read. They can look over the cover and skim the book before starting to make predictions as to what the reading will be about. It is important that the parent/ guardian models active reading to the child. Once you begin reading discuss with the child what is happening. Parents can pause and talk about any interesting or unfamiliar vocabulary words that the child may not know or understand. Throughout the reading it is important to ask questions such as “What just happened? How do you think that character is feeling about a particular event in the story? Can the child relate to that event and the characters feelings? The child and parent can also make predictions about what will happen next and discuss it after if they were right. This at home comprehension activity will develop the child’s comprehension and critical thinking skills.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:55:02 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285386385 Family Resources vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285386489 https://www.readingrockets.org/reading-101-guide-parents/kindergarten/comprehension-activities-your-kindergartner

Second Resource: https://www.readingrockets.org/helping/target/comprehension
This article focuses on ways to identify if a child is having problems with comprehension. There are also tips/strategies that parents can be used at home to help strengthen comprehension skills.

The activities / resources listed under comprehension meet the reading needs of young learners with and without exceptionalities as they involve a combing of reading skills and expanding a child’s vocabulary. The activities that are used for the concept of comprehension strengthen student’s skills in drawing conclusions, questioning what the text is about, learn unfamiliar words, and retell key details of a story.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:55:11 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285386489 Classroom Activity #1 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285388789
Sentence trees

Teacher Resource:
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-Fluency-Sentences-Fluency-Sentence-Trees-Sight-Word-Practice-Bundle-3064269?st=d6d2c09c3526a979b94e417eaa91c9fb

Objective: Students will be able to build fluency as they focus on breaking down sentences to focus on each word at a time.

How to do this activity: Student can do this activity as an individual in our classroom reading corner. There will be a stack of sentence tree cards and work pointers. Students will practice their fluency concentrate on each word they are reading , developing accuracy and reading pace as they continuously practice.

This activity can be differentiated for students with exceptionalities as they will have different complexity levels of entrance trees. As well this activity can be done with a learning partner where they can practice sentence trees together. For example, if a child has dyslexia during this time, I will go over this activity with the student and modify the instruction if they need additional help. If the sentence tree has to many words, I would try easing the student from a simple four-word sentence to more complex.

]]> 2022-09-06 21:59:26 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285388789 Classroom Activity #2 vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285388966
4. READING CONTESTS (AGAINST THEMSELVES)

Objective: Students will challenge themselves as they establish fluency in their reading.

How to do this activity: Students will be given a text preferably a reading warm up, differentiated reading passage, or a sight word fluency passage that is age appropriate for the grade level. It is important to focus on choosing differentiated reading passages as they accommodate the diversity of students. The timer will then be set for 2 minutes. Students will read independently and upon the time ringing they will circle the last word they read in a color of their choosing. Once they have all done that, I will reset the time again for two minutes and have them reread the text and circle once again where they left off once the time comes to a stop. This will allow for students to see their reading fluency improvement and practice until they reach their goal. This activity is a great classroom activity as it can be differentiated by doing it independently, in pairs, or having a teacher or aid help those that need the additional help. “A teacher might differentiate the process of instruction by changing the form of content delivery. For instance, some have an easier time comprehending a story by hearing it, as opposed to reading it in print.” (ULM Online, 2020). This can be displayed as having the student listen to an audiobook while reading along to strengthen and then have them try reading the text at their own pace.

References
ULM Online. What is differentiated reading instruction? (2022, August 3) from https://online.ulm.edu/degrees/education/med/curriculum-and-instruction/differentiated-reading-instruction/

]]> 2022-09-06 21:59:45 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285388966 At-home activity vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285389100 Reread Favorite Books

Rereading stories over and over again allow for children to strengthen their fluency. " Reading the same story repeatedly solidifies new words and increases vocabulary. And it teaches expression with sentence structure as they watch you read." ( The Three Readers, 2021). It is important that reading is modeled as children learn the importance of accuracy, speed, and proper expression. Children must also understand the importance of punctuation.

References
My Three Readers. 15 quick reading fluency activities to make excellent readers. (2021, December 15) from https://mythreereaders.com/how-to-teach-reading/reading-fluency-skyrocket-reading-skills/

]]> 2022-09-06 22:00:01 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285389100 Family Resources vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285389217 https://www.readingrockets.org/reading-101-guide-parents/second-grade/fluency-activities-your-second-grader

The activities and resources that are listed under the fluency component will meet the reading needs of young learners with and without exceptionalities as they focus on differentiated learning skills that accommodate the diverse needs of students. The activities that were chosen for students to do within the classroom and at home allow for them to understand skills like word recognition and comprehension. Once students tackle fluency it allows them focus on what the text is saying and make connections from the reading to prior knowledge learned.

]]> 2022-09-06 22:00:14 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2285389217 Welcome to my board! vjohnson181 https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2287434316 I hope you enjoy my presentation ! ]]> 2022-09-08 02:26:50 UTC https://padlet.com/vjohnson181/bvlnuox8107adg3q/wish/2287434316