Consonants [J] and [K]

For Lesson 5 we are going to continue learning the alphabet letter names and sounds with the consonants, [J] and [K]. [J] as in jump, and [K] as in kite.

Instruction

Feel free to adapt these lessons as needed. Resource links are listed at the bottom of the page.

Materials

1. alphabet flash cards or something similar with one card for each letter.
2. Sight Word flashcards
3. wide-ruled handwriting paper (download below or make your own with lines 2 inches apart)
4. large markers for your child to write the letters
5. 45-60 minutes depending on your child’s age (shorten the time for younger children)

The first step in teaching letter sounds to your child is to model the sound of the letter (with correct pronunciation). Then have your child repeat the sound after you. Have your child sit directly across from you in their chair, ideally with a table in between you and your child.

Review

Review previous lesson(s) as needed. For review, simply go over the lesson a second time, perhaps a few days after the lesson was initially taught. Then move on to the next lesson unless your child has difficulty. 

Note: Additional “didactic” or learning materials can help your child learn more easily. For example, magazine pictures or anything small that starts with your letter sound that you can bring to class will help with these lessons.

Letter [J]

The Sound of the Letter [J]

Place the letter card (flashcard) on the desk in front of your child. Point at the letter. Say “This is the letter J.” Then say the sound the letter [J] makes so your child can easily hear your pronunciation.  Say [J] as in jump, but don’t say the whole word – just pronounce the first letter [J].

“juh, juh, juh, juh, juh, juh, juh”

Next, have your child say the [J] sound, just like you did. If they aren’t sure or if they make mistake, help or correct them by repeating the pronunciation yourself.

“juh, juh, juh, juh, juh, juh, juh”

Letter [J] at the Beginning of a Word ~ Alliteration for Consonant Practice 

“Jackals with jewels joke in their jackets by the jukebox.”

Repeat the alliteration a few times and clap along with your sentence. See if you can get your child to repeat the sentence and clap along with you. 

Use the picture below to illustrate the alliteration. Feel free to make up your own for extra practice.

Letter [K]

The Sound of the Letter [K]

Place the letter card (flashcard) on the desk in front of your child. Point at the letter. Say “This is the letter K.” Then say the sound the letter [K] makes so your child can easily hear your pronunciation.  Say [K] as in kite, but don’t say the whole word – just pronounce the first letter [K].

“kuh, kuh, kuh, kuh, kuh, kuh, kuh”

Next, have your child say the [K] sound, just like you did. If they aren’t sure or if they make mistake, help or correct them by repeating the pronunciation yourself.

“kuh, kuh, kuh, kuh, kuh, kuh, kuh”

Letter [K] at the Beginning of a Word ~ Alliteration for Consonant Practice

“A kangaroo king kicks a kaleiscope in a cornfield.”

Don’t forget the letter  [K] flashcard too!

Repeat the sentence a few times and clap along with your sentence. See if you can get your child to repeat the sentence and clap along with you. 

Use the picture below to illustrate your sentence. Feel free to make up your own for extra practice.

Letter [K] at the End of a Word ~ Rhyming Words for Consonant Practice

“A tick sticks a brick in the street to kick.”

Don’t forget the letter  [K] flashcard too!

Repeat the rhyme a few times and clap along with your sentence. See if you can get your child to repeat the sentence and clap along with you. 

Use the picture below to illustrate your sentence. Feel free to make up your own for extra practice.