Chapter 2: Learning Uppercase Letters¶
Overview¶
This chapter introduces all 26 uppercase letters of the English alphabet. Children will learn to recognize, name, and identify each capital letter through engaging activities and practice.
Learning Objectives¶
By the end of this chapter, students will be able to:
- Remember: Name all 26 uppercase letters
- Understand: Recognize uppercase letters in different fonts and contexts
- Apply: Identify uppercase letters in words and environmental print
Chapter Summary¶
Uppercase letters (also called capital letters or "big letters") are often the first letters children learn. They appear at the beginning of sentences and names, and their distinct shapes make them easier for young learners to distinguish. This chapter provides systematic instruction in all 26 uppercase letters.
Concepts Covered (26)¶
| Letter | Example Word |
|---|---|
| A | Apple |
| B | Ball |
| C | Cat |
| D | Dog |
| E | Elephant |
| F | Fish |
| G | Goat |
| H | Hat |
| I | Ice cream |
| J | Jam |
| K | Kite |
| L | Lion |
| M | Moon |
| N | Nest |
| O | Orange |
| P | Pig |
| Q | Queen |
| R | Rainbow |
| S | Sun |
| T | Tree |
| U | Umbrella |
| V | Vase |
| W | Wagon |
| X | X-ray |
| Y | Yo-yo |
| Z | Zebra |
Key Vocabulary¶
- Uppercase: Capital letters (A, B, C...)
- Letter name: What we call each letter
- Capital letter: Another name for uppercase
Activities¶
- Letter of the Day: Focus on one letter with songs, crafts, and games
- Letter Sorting: Sort magnetic letters by shape features
- Name Writing: Practice writing first name in uppercase
- Letter Matching: Match uppercase letters to pictures