Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Before this lesson, prepare flashcards of uppercase and lowercase Gg, pictures of a goat, a toy gun, and a golf ball/club. Also, have large tracing sheets or sand trays ready for pupils to practise writing Gg. The central idea is for pupils to recognise the letter Gg, associate its sound with familiar objects, and begin tracing its form. Observe pupils’ ability to make the /g/ sound and point to pictures that start with Gg.
Class: Pre-School Level 2
Term: First Term
Week: 7
Age: 3 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Literacy
Curriculum Theme: Literacy
Previous Lesson: Identifying and recognising previous letters and sounds, and talking about simple daily events.
Topic: LETTER G: SOUND RECOGNITION, PICTURE READING AND WRITING
Subject Matter: Listening and Speaking: Talking about news and happenings at home and in the community. Reading: Picture reading, recognising familiar objects and relating the sound of Gg to Goat, Gun, Golf. Writing: Tracing, colouring and writing Gg. Songs, Rhymes and Poems: Singing traditional rhymes, songs and poems and acting out characters.
Specific Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain
- Identify the uppercase ‘G’ and lowercase ‘g’.
- Recognise the sound /g/ as in Goat, Gun, Golf.
- Name objects that start with the /g/ sound.
Affective Domain
- Participate actively in sharing news and happenings.
- Show interest in learning new letters and sounds.
- Enjoy singing and acting out characters in songs.
Psychomotor Domain
- Trace the letter Gg (uppercase and lowercase) with guidance.
- Colour pictures of objects starting with Gg.
- Perform actions related to songs and rhymes.
Social Domain
- Listen respectfully when others are speaking.
- Share simple information about their home and community.
Reference Materials
- NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 2
- Relevant Early Childhood Care and Education resources
Instructional Materials
- Letter Gg flashcards (uppercase and lowercase)
- Picture cards of a goat, a toy gun, and a golf ball/club
- Chart posters showing objects starting with Gg
- Crayons and large sheets of paper/tracing books
- Sand tray or chalkboard for tracing
- Storybook with pictures of Gg words (if available)
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps 3-year-olds develop foundational literacy skills by connecting the abstract letter Gg to its sound and real-world objects. Learning to identify and sound out letters is crucial for early reading, while sharing personal news fosters communication and social skills. Tracing and colouring also refine fine motor skills essential for future writing.Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils can recognise some letters of the alphabet, identify simple objects, and engage in short conversations about their daily experiences. They can also follow simple instructions and enjoy singing.Lesson Content/Board Summary
LETTER G: SOUND RECOGNITION, PICTURE READING AND WRITING
1. Talking about News and Happenings
We talk about things that happened at home or in our community. What did you do yesterday? Who did you see?
2. Letter Gg Recognition
The letter is Gg.
- G (Uppercase G)
- g (Lowercase g)
3. Sound of Gg
The letter Gg makes the sound /g/ as in “go”. It’s a strong, short sound from the back of your throat.
4. Picture Reading and Word Association
Look at the pictures and say the words with the /g/ sound:
- Goat (Goat starts with /g/)
- Gun (Toy gun starts with /g/)
- Golf (Golf ball starts with /g/)
Key Words
- Goat – An animal that gives milk.
- Gun – A toy gun for playing.
- Golf – A game played with a club and a small ball.
5. Letter Gg Sound Rhyme
Tune: “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”
G, G, G, the letter G,
Makes the /g/ sound for you and me.
Goat and golf, and toy gun too,
All start with G, it’s fun for you!
G, G, G, the letter G,
Makes the /g/ sound for you and me.
Actions: Point to Gg flashcard, make /g/ sound, point to pictures of goat, golf, toy gun, clap hands.
6. Watch and Listen to the Letter G Song
7. Tracing, Colouring and Writing Gg
We will trace and colour the letter Gg.
- Uppercase G: Start at the top, curve around to the left, go up a little, then draw a short line across to the right.
- Lowercase g: Start in the middle, make a small circle, then draw a hook downwards from the right side of the circle.
💡 Teacher Guide for Using This Board Summary
How to teach the content: Begin by greeting pupils and encouraging them to share one piece of “news” from home or their community. Introduce the Letter Gg using flashcards, clearly showing both uppercase and lowercase forms. Emphasise the hard /g/ sound, modelling it several times. Use the picture cards to introduce “Goat,” “Toy Gun,” and “Golf,” asking pupils to repeat each word after you, focusing on the initial /g/ sound. Repeat the words and sounds frequently.
What to show or demonstrate: Show large flashcards of Gg. Display clear pictures of a goat, a toy gun, and a golf ball/club. Demonstrate the actions for the rhyme. For writing, demonstrate tracing Gg in the air, on a sand tray, or on the chalkboard with large, clear movements. Guide pupils’ hands if needed.
How to use the rhyme/song: Sing the “Letter Gg Sound Rhyme” together, performing the actions. Repeat it 2-3 times to help pupils internalise the sound and associated words. Encourage pupils to sing along and do the actions.
How to use the video: Introduce the video as a fun way to learn more about the letter Gg and its sound. Play the video, encouraging pupils to watch and listen carefully. After watching, ask pupils to name some of the Gg words they heard in the song and practise making the /g/ sound as shown in the video.
What to watch for: Observe if pupils are making the correct /g/ sound (not /j/ or /d/). Check if they can identify Gg in its different forms and point to the correct pictures. For tracing, observe their pencil grip and stroke direction, providing individual guidance as needed.
Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques
- Play-based Learning
- Demonstration
- Guided Practice
- Songs and Rhymes
- Picture Talk
- Question and Answer
- Repetition
- Practical Activity (Tracing, Colouring)
Instructional Procedures
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Engagement/Communication
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets pupils warmly and asks them to share one interesting “news” or happening from their home or community (e.g., “What did you eat for breakfast?” “Who did you play with?”). The teacher listens and responds to their sharing.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils greet the teacher and share simple news or happenings from their home or community.
Learning Point: Pupils practise listening and speaking skills and feel comfortable sharing.
Step 2: Introduction of Letter Gg
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Letter Recognition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces the letter Gg using flashcards, showing both uppercase ‘G’ and lowercase ‘g’. The teacher says the name of the letter clearly: “This is G, big G, small g.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils look at the flashcards and repeat the letter name: “G, big G, small g.”
Learning Point: Pupils recognise the visual forms of uppercase and lowercase Gg.
Step 3: Sound Recognition of Gg
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Phonics/Auditory Discrimination
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces the sound of Gg, demonstrating the /g/ sound. “G says /g/, /g/, /g/.” The teacher asks pupils to listen and repeat the sound several times, making sure they produce the correct sound.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen carefully and repeat the /g/ sound after the teacher.
Learning Point: Pupils associate the letter Gg with its corresponding /g/ sound.
Step 4: Picture Reading and Word Association
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Vocabulary/Picture Association
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows picture cards of a goat, a toy gun, and a golf ball/club. For each picture, the teacher says the word and emphasises the initial /g/ sound, asking pupils to repeat. “This is a goat, /g/, /g/, goat.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils look at the pictures, repeat the words, and make the /g/ sound.
Learning Point: Pupils connect the /g/ sound to familiar objects and expand their vocabulary.
Step 5: Rhyme and Video Reinforcement
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Auditory Learning/Engagement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads pupils in singing the “Letter Gg Sound Rhyme” with actions. Afterwards, the teacher plays the verified YouTube video “The Letter G Song” by Kids TV, encouraging pupils to watch and listen.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils sing the rhyme with actions and watch the video, trying to identify Gg words.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce Gg sound and word recognition through song and visual media.
Step 6: Tracing, Colouring and Writing Gg
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Fine Motor Skills/Pre-writing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates how to trace uppercase ‘G’ and lowercase ‘g’ on a large surface (e.g., sand tray, chalkboard, or large paper). The teacher then guides pupils to trace the letters using their fingers in the air, on sand, or on tracing sheets. Pupils also colour pre-drawn Gg letters or Gg-starting pictures.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils trace Gg in the air, on sand/paper, and colour Gg-related pictures.
Learning Point: Pupils develop fine motor skills and begin to form the letter Gg.
Step 7: Evaluation/Review
Time: 4–5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher checks pupils’ understanding through short questions and practical tasks.
- “What letter did we learn today?” (Shows Gg flashcard)
- “What sound does Gg make?”
- “Point to the picture that starts with /g/.” (Shows a mix of Gg and non-Gg pictures)
- “Show me how you trace big G and small g in the air.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.
Step 8: Conclusion
Time: 1 minute
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement/Closure
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their participation and effort. The teacher reminds them to keep looking for things that start with the /g/ sound around them.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the praise and acknowledge the teacher’s instruction.
Learning Point: Pupils feel encouraged and motivated to continue learning.
Lesson Keywords
- Gg – The seventh letter of the English alphabet.
- Sound – The noise that Gg makes, which is /g/.
- Goat – A farm animal with horns.
- Gun – A toy for children to play with.
- Golf – A sport where you hit a small ball with a stick.
Differentiation
- Support: Provide larger flashcards and pictures. Offer hand-over-hand guidance for tracing. Repeat the sound and words more frequently. Use fewer examples at a time.
- Extension: Challenge pupils to name other objects they know that start with the /g/ sound (e.g., grape, girl, gate). Encourage them to draw their own pictures of Gg words.
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