Have fun with student photographs in this phonics activity! Learners sort their classmates' photos by initial sound on a large poster board with the alphabet written vertically down the left side. Also provided are various pictures representing one for each letter of the alphabet.

Concepts

phonemic awareness, phonemes, initial sounds, phonics, graphemes, alphabetizing, the alphabet

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Additional Tags

phoneme, phonics, phonological awareness, initial sound, sort, first sound, english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Once all photos are categorized, ask pupils to identify which letter has the most names beside it or the least
• Print, cut, and laminate picture cards to reuse with minor wear and tear
• Use the activity as an icebreaker for peers to learn names

Classroom Considerations

• Each participant needs a photograph; plan to take and print pictures before the lesson begins
• Requires poster board and scissors, tape or glue

Pros

• Pictures of class members bring an added touch of personality and engagement
• The finished product creates an excellent display for the classroom

Cons

• None

Common Core

RF.1.2.c RF.K.2.d