The Letter R | Letters and Letter Sounds | Learn Phonics with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s lesson, we explored the letter R, focusing on its “rrr” sound and its importance in pronunciation. We identified several words that begin with R, such as “rat,” “rabbit,” “rain,” and “rocket,” and practiced writing the letter to enhance our recognition skills. The lesson emphasized that learning letters is a fun adventure, encouraging continued practice and exploration of the letter R in various contexts.
The Number 1 | Numeral Recognition | Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, students are introduced to the number one, the first number in counting and the foundation of all other numbers. They learn how to write the number one as a simple straight line and are encouraged to find examples of the number one in their everyday surroundings, highlighting its prevalence in daily life.
Doing Your Best | Create Your Own Olympic Games | Make A Torch | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In this Circle Time lesson with Khan Academy Kids, Sophie and her friend Paul read “The Best” by Cynthia Platt, which teaches children that being the best isn’t about outdoing others but about doing your personal best and improving yourself. The lesson also highlights the spirit of the Olympics, encouraging kids to participate in fun activities at home while fostering teamwork and support among friends. Ultimately, the message is to celebrate individual efforts and enjoy the journey of learning and growing together.
Tamika and the Dragon | Kids Book Read Aloud | Story Time with Khan Academy Kids
In “Tama and the Dragon,” a brave girl named Tama confronts a misunderstood dragon who creates beautiful toys but has frightened off many knights. Through her determination and unexpected laughter, Tama discovers that the dragon is not a foe but a potential friend, leading to a blossoming friendship that teaches the villagers about trust and understanding. The story highlights the importance of overcoming fears and embracing kindness to forge meaningful connections.
Build A Toy House | Hello Song and Book Reading for Kids | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s Circle Time, we enjoyed a lively session with Caitie from Super Simple, who led us in a fun Hello song that encouraged us to express our feelings through movement. We also read the story “Ollo’s Toy House,” which highlighted the joy of surprises and friendship, while learning new vocabulary related to building. Finally, we discussed how to create our own toy houses using everyday items, fostering creativity and imagination.
Adding & Subtracting by 10 | Place Value for Kids | Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, students learn subtraction using blocks and rods, where 60 blocks are equivalent to 6 rods, with each rod consisting of 10 blocks. By visually removing 1 rod (or 10 blocks) from the total, students can easily see that 60 blocks minus 10 blocks equals 50 blocks, reinforcing their understanding of subtraction as taking away groups of 10. This hands-on approach makes learning math engaging and helps solidify number concepts.
The Letter Y | Letters and Letter Sounds | Learn Phonics with Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, students learn about the letter Y and its sound, which is pronounced like “yuh,” as heard in words such as “yo-yo.” Emphasizing the importance of practice, the lesson encourages learners to identify and pronounce other Y-words like “yellow” and “yawn” to enhance their recognition and articulation of the sound. Overall, the lesson aims to make learning about letters enjoyable while reinforcing the idea that consistent practice leads to improvement.
The Word ‘All’ | Sight Words | Learn to Read with Khan Academy Kids
The lesson focuses on the significance of the word “all,” which refers to the entirety of a group or amount. It emphasizes that using “all” in sentences clarifies communication by indicating that every individual or item is included, as illustrated by the example of all students boarding a school bus. Understanding and using “all” effectively enhances our ability to express ideas clearly.
The Letter X | Letters and Letter Sounds | Learn Phonics with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s lesson with Dr. Ollo, we explored the letter X, learning about its uppercase and lowercase forms and its significance in the alphabet. We discovered that “X-ray” is a fascinating word that starts with X, highlighting its role in helping doctors see inside our bodies. This lesson encourages further exploration of the alphabet and the exciting words it contains.
The Letter I | Letters and Letter Sounds | Learn Phonics with Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, students are introduced to the letter I, focusing on its lowercase form and the /i/ sound it makes, as exemplified by the word “igloo.” The lesson emphasizes the importance of the letter I and encourages students to practice the sound while engaging with fun imagery, like being inside a cozy igloo. Overall, the lesson aims to make learning about the letter I enjoyable and memorable.