Concepts of Print Flashcards
(10 cards)
Concepts of Print
is a term that refers to the knowledge that print carries meaning. This includes understanding book organization, letters, words, directionality, and punctuation.
environmental print
Young learners can develop a degree of print awareness through exposure to environmental print. This term refers to the words children frequently encounter in their surroundings, such as labels, logos, and signs. Educators can utilize familiar environmental print to stimulate early readers’ interest in attaching meaning to these words.
What are concepts of print classroom strategies?
Label objects and parts of the classroom; Reading predictable books with language patterns; posting word walls with thematic or high-frequency words; writing morning messages on the board; posting simple messages that reinforce classroom etiquette or new concepts; directing attention to print the provides information such as “exit”; Having students dictate stories
Letter knowledge
Children progress from recognizing letters in their surroundings to identifying letters within their names, on signs, and in reading materials. We will focus on letter knowledge, including letter recognition, letter naming, and letter formation. Proficiency in this knowledge is a fundamental requirement for laying the foundation for early reading and spelling skills.
Letter Recognition
is the ability to identify and match letters ex: touch the letter m in word man
ex) matching uppercase to lowercase
students need at least 10 to 20 exposures through explicit unstruction and practice opportunities to develop letter recognition automaticity.
Letter naming
is the ability to name letters ex: Name the letters on this row
letter formation
letter formation is the ability to form letters
Instructional activities for letter recognition
Letter Hunts: Have students search for specific letters in books, magazines, or environmental print and point them out when found.
Alphabet Bingo: Play bingo games where students match called letters to those on their bingo cards.
Letter Sorts: Provide a variety of letter cards and have students sort them into groups by letter.
Letter Puzzles: Use letter puzzle pieces that students must match and fit together to complete the alphabet.
Alphabet Apps and Games: Utilize interactive digital tools that engage students in identifying letters through play.
Instructional activities for letter naming
Alphabet Books: Read alphabet books that focus on each letter’s name, associating it with words and images.
Letter Cards and Flashcards: Show letter cards or flashcards and have students name the letters quickly.
Letter Races: Organize friendly races where students compete to name letters as they appear on cards or a screen.
Letter Memory: Play memory games using pairs of cards with uppercase and lowercase letters, having students match letter names.
Letter Naming Relay: Divide students into teams and have them take turns naming letters as they race to a designated point.
Instructional activities for letter formation
Letter Tracing: Provide opportunities for students to trace the shape of letters with their fingers or a writing tool.
Sand or Salt Writing: Use trays filled with sand or salt for students to practice forming letters using their fingers.
Playdough Letters: Have students create letters using playdough, reinforcing letter formation through tactile experiences.
Letter Writing Apps: Utilize digital apps that guide students in proper letter formation using touchscreens.
Skywriting: In an open space, have students “write” letters in the air using exaggerated arm movements.
Chalkboard or Whiteboard Practice: Students can practice forming letters using chalk or dry-erase markers on a chalkboard or whiteboard.
