Consonant Blends with l - Lesson for Grade 1, Chapter - Phonological Awareness

In the "Consonant Blends with l" lesson from the Foundational Reading Skills unit, first-grade students will embark on an engaging journey to enhance their phonological awareness, focusing on mastering consonant blends that incorporate the letter 'l'. The activities, including L Blends, Blending Consonants with "Fl," "Bl," and "Gl" Printable, and the Beginning Blends: "Bl" Words Worksheet, are designed to provide a hands-on experience. Through these exercises, students will learn to identify, pronounce, and use 'l' consonant blends, which are crucial for reading fluency and accuracy.

Understanding these blends is important because they form the building blocks of many words. Mastering them helps students improve their reading skills, enhances their ability to decode new words, and increases their reading speed. This, in turn, boosts their confidence and encourages a love for reading. The lesson also includes the "If You're Happy and You Know It" song, tailored to incorporate 'l' blends, making learning fun and ensuring the concepts are memorable. By the end of this lesson, students will have a solid foundation in reading that will support their academic growth in all subjects.

Estimated classroom time: 14 min
Chapter: Phonological Awareness
Unit: Foundational Reading Skills
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Consonant Blends: L Blends
Consonant Blends: L Blends
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Blending Consonants: "Fl", "Bl" and "Gl" Printable
Blending Consonants: "Fl", "Bl" and "Gl" Printable
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Beginning Blends: "Bl" Words Worksheet
Beginning Blends: "Bl" Words Worksheet
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If You're Happy and You Know It | Song
If You're Happy and You Know It | Song
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  • Activity 1 / Consonant Blends: L Blends

  • Activity 2 / Blending Consonants: "Fl", "Bl" and "Gl" Printable

    Here’s a worksheet to help your little linguist recognize multiple consonant blends involving the letter “L”! This consonant blend Fl, Bl, and Gl printable worksheet will help your child master these blends in no time as they find words like the picture presented!
    Completing this worksheet can help your child: 
    • Sound out words to identify the correct answers
    • Better understand the difference between consonant blends using a common letter
    The vibrant images on this worksheet not only motivates kids, but helps aid in their learning. Download this printable worksheet to help your child excel in their phonics studies!

  • Activity 3 / Beginning Blends: "Bl" Words Worksheet

    When kids learn consonant blends, it not only helps their speech, but their reading and spelling skills, too! Advance your child’s phonics skills with this fun and focused consonant blend Bl printable worksheet! 
    Here’s what makes this worksheet great: 
    • Your child will practice spelling and reading skills as they trace the letters
    • Sounding out each word will help your child understand the consonant blend 
    This worksheet focuses on the consonant blend “Bl”, but feel free to extend your child’s learning by finding other consonant blends on the page. After completion, your child will be one step closer to phonics mastery!

  • Activity 4 / If You're Happy and You Know It | Song