Module 12: The Letter Hh-Language Arts K - Course Guide

Module Overview:

In this module, learners will focus on the letter Hh, practicing how to recognize its sound, form it correctly, and use it to decode words in their Decodable Book. They will continue to build phonemic awareness by segmenting words and identifying rhyming words, which supports reading and spelling development. Learners will also review high-frequency words introduced in Modules 7–11 and apply their understanding of vocabulary and text structure by identifying common types of texts. To extend comprehension, they will illustrate a book cover and write a sentence describing the type of text it represents. Through fluency practice, vocabulary development, and creative expression, learners will strengthen their ability to read, write, and talk about texts with growing independence.

Module Materials:

Lesson # Lesson Title Material(s)
1 12.1 Letter Hh a small mirror
colored paper
scissors
glue
crayons or colored pencils (assorted colors)
Sound Notebook
Words of the Week Notebook
2 12.2 Letter Hh scissors
glue
markers (assorted colors)
white paper
colored paper
3 12.3 Letter Hh None
4 12.4 Letter Hh popsicle sticks;
5 12.5 Letter Hh None

Module Objectives:

Lesson # Lesson Title Objective(s)
1 12.1 Letter Hh
  1. Identify the letter Hh and tell the letter sound.
  2. Demonstrate the correct formation of the letter Hh.
  3. Identify the meaning of new vocabulary words.
  4. Recall knowledge of letter-sound relationships to decode words with the Decodable Book.
2 12.2 Letter Hh
  1. Demonstrate the ability to segment words.
  2. Identify high-frequency words from Modules 7-11.
  3. Identify common types of texts.
  4. Illustrate a book cover and construct a sentence describing the type of text.
3 12.3 Letter Hh
  1. Demonstrate the ability to segment words.
  2. Identify high-frequency words from Modules 7-11.
  3. Identify the meaning of new vocabulary words.
4 12.4 Letter Hh
  1. Demonstrate the ability to segment words.
  2. Identify common types of texts.
  3. Identify rhyming words.
  4. Illustrate a book cover and construct a sentence describing the type of text.
5 12.5 Letter Hh
  1. Formulate the /h/ sound using proper mouth formation.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to read the Decodable Book with fluency.
  3. Identify common types of texts.
  4. Demonstrate the correct formation of the letter Hh.

Module Key Words:

Key Words Words of the Week Vocabulary Words
letter Hh
segmenting
types of texts
illustration
rhyming
story retell
fluency
 it
in
into
be
big
can
and
am
on
not
you
said
is
to
saw
 dentist
patient
sparkle
miserable

Module Assignments:

Lesson # Lesson Title Page # Assignment Title
1 12.1 Letter Hh 8 Handwriting
2 12.2 Letter Hh 8 Writing
4 12.4 Letter Hh 9 Writing

Learning Coach Notes:

Lesson # Lesson Title Notes
1 12.1 Letter Hh The new letter this week is the letter Hh. As your learner produces this sound, be sure they do not add a sound using their vocal cords. The /h/ sound is made with breath only. Students will also learn words that begin with the /h/ sound. Encourage your learner to identify items around your home that begin with /h/.
2 12.2 Letter Hh Encourage your learner to practice saying the /h/ phoneme without adding any sounds to the end. It is common for speakers to add the /uh/ sound to this phoneme, but that is incorrect. When students practice the correct phoneme sounds, it is easier for them to blend sounds into words. This helps students read. For extra help, remind your learner to put a hand in front of their mouth to feel a small puff of air with the sound. Your learner will not feel a vibration in the throat. Use the four vocabulary words throughout the day to reinforce the meanings.
3 12.3 Letter Hh As your learner continues to practice the /h/ phoneme, provide guidance to ensure correct pronunciation. Encourage your learner to read the words independently in the Balloon Pop Game. Allow time to practice Heart Words so that your learner develops a deeper understanding of each word. Use the new vocabulary words throughout the day to reinforce their meaning.
4 12.4 Letter Hh Your learner will begin the lesson by creating houses out of popsicle sticks or other materials. You can use anything you have on hand that provides straight lines. Encourage your learner to make the /h/ sound correctly each time they build a part of the house. Use the Words of the Week Book to help your learner continue practicing the Heart Words and Flash Words learned so far this year. Use the My Sounds Book to review the consonant and vowel phonemes learned so far.
5 12.5 Letter Hh Your learner will show what they learned this week. Encourage them to use the review videos to confirm their learning. The interactive activities provide the opportunity for your child to use what they have learned. Guide your learner through this lesson but refrain from providing answers. Your child’s teacher will use this lesson to identify your learner’s strengths and areas of growth.

Module Guiding Questions:

When a student starts a lesson ask them questions to check for prior knowledge and understanding and to review concepts being taught. At the end of the lesson ask the questions again to see if their answer changes.

Lesson Title Question
12.1 Letter Hh
  1. Can you identify letter Hh and make the letter sound?
12.2 Letter Hh
  1. How do you segment words?
12.3 Letter Hh
  1. What are the common text types?
12.4 Letter Hh
  1. What is on a book cover?

Module Video Questions:

When a student watches a video take time to ask them questions about what they watched. Suggested questions for the videos in this module are listed here. Suggestion: Have the student watch the entire video first all the way through. Then have them watch the video a second time, as they watch it pause the video and ask the questions.

Lesson Title Video Question

Module Suggested Read Aloud Books:

Take time to read to your student or have them read aloud to you. Read a different book each day. While reading the book point out concepts being taught. You may purchase these books or find them at your local library. Suggested things to discuss while reading the book:

  • What is the main idea?
  • What are three things new you learned?
  • How does this book relate to what you are learning about?

# Book Author Lexile Level
1 Harry the Dirty Dog Gene Zion AD520L
2 Harold and the Purple Crayon Crockett Johnson 490L
3 Old Hat New Hat Stan & Jan Berenstain 30L
4 The Hungry Thing Jan Slepian 430L
5 A House for Hermit Crab Eric Carle 540L

Module Outing:

Take some time to apply what your student is learning to the real world. Suggested outings are below.

# Outing
1 H is for Historical Homes. See if there are any historic homes in your area that allow tours and take your learner on a tour. When you tour the home, search for things that start with the letter Hh. Talk about the history behind the home and its significance to your area. H is also for horses, find a place to go horseback riding with your student.