ABC phonics: The Letter P for Kids

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In today’s lesson, we explored the letter P, learning how it sounds, how to write both the capital and lowercase forms, and discovering fun words that begin with P, such as “pizza” and “puppy.” We practiced saying the letter and its associated words, emphasizing the unique “puh” sound it makes. By the end of the lesson, students gained confidence in recognizing and writing the letter P, setting the stage for further exploration of the alphabet.
  1. What sound does the letter P make when we say it?
  2. Can you show me how to write a big P and a little p?
  3. What are some words that start with the letter P?

Let’s Learn About the Letter P!

Today, we’re going to have fun learning about a special letter in the alphabet. It’s the letter P! We’ll find out how it sounds, how to write it, and some cool words that start with P. Are you ready? Let’s go!

Meet the Letter P

The letter P is like a friendly character in our alphabet story. It comes after the letter O and before the letter Q. When you say the letter P, it makes a “puh” sound, like in “pizza” and “puppy.” Isn’t that fun to say?

How to Say the Letter P

When you say P, your lips come together and then pop open with a little puff of air. Try saying these words with me:

  • Please
  • Pick
  • Pepperoni
  • Pizza
  • Pie

Great job! You sounded just like the letter P!

Writing the Letter P

Big P (Capital P)

Let’s learn how to write a big P:

  1. Draw a long line going down.
  2. Start at the top and make a round curve to the right.

Now you have a big P!

Little p (Lowercase p)

Now, let’s try a little p:

  1. Start in the middle and draw a long line going down.
  2. Make a round curve to the right, just like the big P.

Look at that! You wrote a little p!

Words That Start with P

Here are some fun words that start with P. Can you say them with me?

  • Painting
  • Peacock
  • Puppy
  • Penguin

These words help us learn new things and meet new animals!

Wrapping Up Our P Adventure

Learning about the letter P is so much fun! Now you know how it sounds, how to write it, and some words that start with it. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be a letter P expert. Remember, there are many more letters to discover, and each one has its own special sound and shape. Happy learning!

  • Can you think of other words that start with the letter P? Maybe you can find some in your house or outside. What are they?
  • Have you ever seen a peacock or a penguin in real life or in a picture? What do you think makes these animals special?
  • When you say the letter P, what other words or things come to your mind that make you happy or excited?
  1. P Scavenger Hunt: Go on a scavenger hunt around your home or classroom to find objects that start with the letter P. Can you find a pencil, a picture, or a pillow? Make a list of all the P words you discover and share them with your friends or family!

  2. P Sound Game: Play a game where you and your friends take turns saying words that start with the letter P. If someone says a word that doesn’t start with P, everyone claps their hands and says, “Oops, try again!” This game helps you remember the “puh” sound and think of new P words.

  3. Creative P Art: Use paper, paint, or crayons to create a picture of something that starts with the letter P. It could be a penguin, a pizza, or even a peacock! Display your artwork and explain to others what you drew and why it starts with P.

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