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In this lesson, students learn about the letter Y, including its sound “yuh” and words that begin with it, such as “yawn,” “yak,” and “yarn.” The lesson encourages participation through repetition and emphasizes the fun of discovering more words that start with Y, reinforcing the idea that learning is an enjoyable adventure.
  1. What sound does the letter Y make?
  2. Can you think of a word that starts with the letter Y?
  3. What is something fun you can make with yarn?

Let’s Learn About the Letter Y!

Hi there! Today, we’re going to have fun learning about a special letter. This letter is called “Y.” Can you say “Y”? Great job!

What Sound Does Y Make?

The letter Y makes a sound like this: “yuh.” Can you try saying “yuh”? Awesome!

Words That Start with Y

Yawn

Have you ever felt sleepy and opened your mouth wide? That’s called a “yawn.” Yawn starts with the letter Y. Can you say “yawn”? Wonderful!

Yak

Did you know there’s an animal called a “yak”? It’s big and furry and lives in cold places. Yak also starts with the letter Y. Can you say “yak”? You’re doing great!

Yarn

Yarn is what we use to make cozy sweaters and scarves. Yarn starts with the letter Y too. Can you say “yarn”? Fantastic!

Keep Learning and Having Fun!

Learning letters is so much fun! Keep practicing the letter Y and see if you can find more words that start with Y. Remember, learning is an adventure!

  • Can you think of any other words that start with the letter Y? Maybe you can find some around your house or in your favorite storybook!
  • Have you ever seen a yak or used yarn before? What did it look like or feel like? Share your experience with your friends or family!
  • Why do you think yawning happens when we feel sleepy? Have you ever noticed someone else yawning and then felt like yawning too?
  • Y Hunt: Go on a “Y Hunt” around your home or classroom. Look for objects that start with the letter Y. Can you find a yellow toy or a yogurt container? Make a list or draw pictures of the items you find. Share your discoveries with your friends or family!

  • Y Sound Game: Play a sound game with a friend or family member. Take turns saying words, and if the word starts with the “yuh” sound, clap your hands. For example, if someone says “yawn,” clap your hands. If they say “apple,” stay quiet. See how many Y words you can find!

  • Create a Y Collage: Use magazines, newspapers, or printouts to cut out pictures of things that start with the letter Y. Glue them onto a piece of paper to create a “Y Collage.” Hang your collage somewhere special to remind you of all the fun Y words you’ve learned!

Here’s a sanitized version of the YouTube transcript:

[Music] This is a “Y”
[Music] Y says
[Music] Y is for “yawn”
[Music] Say “yawn”
[Music] Y is for “yayak”
[Music] Y is for “yarn”
[Music] Say “yarn”
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