ABC phonics: The Letter M for Kids

Meet the Letter M!

Hello, little learner! Today, we’re going to have fun with the letter M. It’s a special letter in the alphabet, and we’re going to learn all about it. Let’s get started!

The Sound of M

The letter M makes a sound like “muh.” Can you say “muh”? Great job! You can hear this sound in words like:

• Monkey
• Marshmallow
• Monday
• Macaroni
• Magnet

Isn’t it fun to say these words? The letter M helps us say so many things!

Writing the Letter M

Uppercase M

Let’s learn how to write the big M. Follow these steps:

1. Draw a straight line down.
2. Draw another straight line down next to the first one.
3. From the top of each line, slant down to the middle to make a point.
4. Draw a straight line down from the point.

Now you have a big M! Keep practicing, and you’ll get it just right.

Lowercase m

Now, let’s try the little m:

1. Start with a small straight line down.
2. Make a bump to the right.
3. Make another bump to the right.
4. Finish with a small straight line down.

And there you have it, a little m! It’s like a little mountain with two bumps.

Finding M in Words

Let’s play a game! When you read a book or look at signs, try to find the letter M. Look for the big M in words like “Monkey” and the little m in “marshmallow.” It’s like a treasure hunt for letters!

Conclusion

The letter M is a wonderful part of the alphabet. By learning how to say it, write it, and find it in words, you’re becoming a super reader! Keep practicing, and soon you’ll meet the next letter, N, and learn even more cool words and sounds. Happy learning!