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In this lesson, students learn about the letter V and its sound, represented as “vi,” similar to the word “violin.” The lesson highlights the violin as a beautiful musical instrument, encouraging students to appreciate its sound while practicing the recognition of the letter V in various words.
  1. What sound does the letter V make?
  2. Can you think of another word that starts with the letter V?
  3. What musical instrument did we learn about that starts with the letter V?

The Letter V and Its Sound

Hey there! Today, we’re going to learn about the letter V. The letter V makes a special sound, which is “vi” like in the word “violin.” Isn’t that cool?

Violin and Its Beautiful Music

Let’s talk about the violin. It’s a musical instrument that makes beautiful sounds. In the video, Sandy plays her violin, and it sounds amazing! Listening to the violin can be a lot of fun.

So, remember, the letter V makes the “vi” sound, just like in “violin.” Keep practicing, and you’ll get better at recognizing the sound of V in different words!

  1. Can you think of other words that start with the letter V, just like “violin”? What sounds do they make?
  2. Have you ever heard a violin being played? How did it make you feel, and what did you like about the sound?
  3. Why do you think learning about different letters and their sounds is important? How can it help you in reading and writing?
  • Sound Hunt: Go on a sound hunt around your home or classroom. Look for objects that start with the “vi” sound, like “vase” or “van.” Make a list or draw pictures of the items you find. Share your discoveries with a friend or family member and practice saying the words together.

  • Violin Craft: Create your own pretend violin using a small box and rubber bands. Stretch the rubber bands around the box to make strings. Pretend to play your violin and make up a song. Think about how the letter V and the “vi” sound are part of the word “violin” as you play.

  • V Sound Story: Write or tell a short story using as many “vi” words as you can. Start with “Once upon a time, a violin…” and see where your imagination takes you. Share your story with someone and ask them to listen for the “vi” sounds.

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