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In this lesson, students learn about the letter J and its “ja” sound through an engaging activity centered around building the world’s tallest jam sandwich. By stacking layers of bread and jam, they practice saying the sound while associating it with the letter J, making the learning experience both fun and memorable. The lesson encourages ongoing practice to help students become proficient in recognizing the letter J and its sound.
  1. What sound does the letter J make?
  2. Can you think of other words that start with the letter J?
  3. What would you put in your own jam sandwich?

Learning About the Letter J with a Fun Jam Sandwich!

Hey there! Today, we’re going to have some fun with the letter J. Do you know what sound the letter J makes? It makes the “ja” sound, just like in the word “jam.” Let’s explore this sound with a cool activity!

Building the World’s Tallest Jam Sandwich

Imagine making the world’s tallest jam sandwich! How exciting would that be? As we stack each layer of bread and jam, we can practice saying the “ja” sound. Ja, ja, jam! It’s a fun way to remember how the letter J sounds.

So, the next time you see the letter J, think of the delicious jam sandwich and the “ja” sound it makes. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be a pro at recognizing the letter J and its sound!

Enjoy learning and have fun with the letter J!

  • Can you think of other words that start with the “ja” sound like “jam”? What are some of your favorite things that start with the letter J?
  • Have you ever made a sandwich before? What would you put in your tallest sandwich, and why?
  • Imagine you are making a jam sandwich with a friend. How would you describe the steps to make it? What makes it fun to do together?
  • Jam Hunt: Go on a “J” hunt around your home or classroom. Look for objects that start with the letter J, like jars, jackets, or juice. Each time you find something, say the “ja” sound out loud. How many “J” items can you find?
  • Jam Sandwich Art: Create your own jam sandwich art! Use colored paper to cut out shapes of bread and jam. Stack them to make a tall jam sandwich. As you build your sandwich, practice saying “ja” for each layer you add. Display your sandwich art to remind you of the “ja” sound.
  • J Sound Story: Make up a short story using as many “J” words as you can. For example, “Jack jumped over a jar of jam.” Draw pictures to go with your story. Share your story with a friend or family member and see if they can hear all the “ja” sounds.

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