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The Letter G Song Instructional VideoThe Letter G Song Instructional Video
Publisher
Age of Learning
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Grade
Pre-K - 1st
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
2:05
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For Teacher Use
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Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
Internet Access
Year
2014
Instructional Video

The Letter G Song

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Gary the ghost giggles when he gulps. Ah, the letter G. Show this silly and entertaining video to beginning readers learning the alphabet. The western music engages all who view it and you won't be able to help but stomp your feet and clap your hands.

24 Views 12 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the letter g, children's songs, folk music, country music

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Have cowboy hats, cowboy boots, and other western-type wear for learners to get in the spirit of a country sing along
  • Have learners clap their hands and stomp their feet when they hear words that start with the letter G

Classroom Considerations

  • Play the video multiple times for youngsters to really grasp the letter G and words that start with the letter G
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • The lyrics are displayed underneath the video in the resource link
  • Uses western music to highlight the featured letter

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RF.K.1.a RF.K.1.d

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