ABC phonics: The Letter R for Kids

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In this lesson, students learn about the letter R, including its position in the alphabet, its two forms (capital R and lowercase r), and the sound it makes, which is similar to a growl. The lesson also covers how to write both forms of the letter and introduces fun words that start with R, emphasizing the importance of this letter in enhancing reading and writing skills.

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  1. What sound does the letter R make?
  2. Can you think of a word that starts with the letter R?
  3. How do you write a big R and a little r?

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Let’s Learn About the Letter R!

Meet the Letter R

The letter R is a special letter in the alphabet. It comes after Q and before S. Learning about the letter R helps us read and write words!

What Does the Letter R Look Like?

The letter R has two forms: big R and little r.

– **Big R (Capital R)**: It has a tall line that goes down, a round loop on the right, and a slanted line going down.
– **Little r (Lowercase r)**: It has a straight line down and a small bump on the right.

What Sound Does R Make?

The letter R makes a sound like “rrrr,” which is a bit like a growl. You can hear it in words like:

– **Rabbit**
– **Raccoon**
– **River**

These words start with the R sound!

How to Write the Letter R

Let’s practice writing R!

Writing Big R

1. Draw a tall line going down.
2. Start at the top and make a round loop to the right.
3. Draw a slanted line going down from the middle of the loop.

Writing Little r

1. Draw a straight line down.
2. Make a small bump to the right at the top.

Try these steps to write R!

Words That Start with R

Here are some fun words that begin with R:

– **Rose**
– **Rain**
– **Rainbow**

These words help us learn new things and have fun with language!

Why R is Important

The letter R helps us make lots of words and sounds. By learning R, we get better at reading and writing. Next, we’ll learn about the letter S and keep exploring the alphabet!

  • Can you think of any other words that start with the letter R? Maybe you can find some around your house or in your favorite storybook!
  • Have you ever seen a rainbow or a rabbit? What did they look like, and what did you feel when you saw them?
  • Try making the “rrrr” sound like a growl. Can you think of any animals that might make a similar sound? How do you think they use that sound?
  1. R Sound Hunt: Go on a sound adventure around your home or classroom! Find objects that start with the “rrrr” sound, like “rock” or “ribbon.” Make a list or draw pictures of the items you find. Can you find at least three things that start with the letter R?
  2. R Art Project: Create a collage using pictures of things that start with the letter R. You can cut out pictures from magazines or draw your own. Arrange them on a piece of paper and write the letter R in the center. Share your collage with the class and talk about the different R words you included.
  3. R Writing Practice: Use a tray filled with sand or salt to practice writing the letter R. First, try writing big R, then little r. Feel the texture as you write and say the “rrrr” sound each time you finish a letter. Can you write a whole row of Rs without stopping?

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