ClassX Video Lessons Grade Grade 1 The Letter O | Letters and Letter Sounds | Learn Phonics with Khan Academy Kids
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Hey there! Today, we’re going to have some fun learning about the letter O. Let’s dive right in!
This is the letter O. It can be written in two ways: the big O, which is called uppercase, and the small o, which is called lowercase. Both of them are important and used in different places.
The letter O makes a special sound. It sounds like /ah/, just like when you say the word “octopus.” Can you hear the /ah/ sound in “octopus”? Try saying it out loud!
Imagine we’re at a pool party, and the letter O is having a blast! Just like at a party, learning can be fun and exciting. So, whenever you see the letter O, remember the /ah/ sound and think of all the fun words you can make with it.
Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be an expert at recognizing and using the letter O!
O Hunt: Go on a letter O hunt around your house or classroom. Look for objects that start with the /ah/ sound, like “orange” or “olive.” Make a list or draw pictures of the items you find. How many can you discover?
O Art: Create a collage using magazine cutouts or drawings of things that start with the letter O. Use a large piece of paper and make a big uppercase O in the center. Surround it with your pictures. Share your collage with friends or family and explain why each item belongs in your O collage.
O Sound Game: Play a game with a friend or family member where you take turns saying words. If the word starts with the /ah/ sound, clap your hands. If it doesn’t, stay silent. How many words can you think of that start with the letter O?
