Alphabet Adventure Activity Sheet

Sensory Letter Exploration

Choose three letters from the Alphabet Chart. For each letter:

1. Letter explored: ______
   [ ] Traced in the sand tray
   [ ] Shaped with playdough
   Write the letter here: ______
   
   

2. Letter explored: ______
   [ ] Traced in the sand tray
   [ ] Shaped with playdough
   Write the letter here: ______
   
   

3. Letter explored: ______
   [ ] Traced in the sand tray
   [ ] Shaped with playdough
   Write the letter here: ______
   
   

Flashcard Phonemic Awareness

Using the Alphabet Flashcards, pick five cards. For each card:

1. Letter: ______ Sound: ______
   
   

2. Letter: ______ Sound: ______
   
   

3. Letter: ______ Sound: ______
   
   

4. Letter: ______ Sound: ______
   
   

5. Letter: ______ Sound: ______
   
   

Letter Writing Practice

When your teacher calls out three letters, write each below while saying its name and sound:

1. ______
   
   
   

2. ______
   
   
   

3. ______
   
   
   

Wrap-Up & Reflection

1. My favorite part of today’s adventure was:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. One new thing I learned today:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Alphabet Adventure Answer Key

This answer key provides guidance and expected responses for each section of the Alphabet Adventure Activity Sheet. Use the step-by-step rubrics and mapping tables to assess student performance and understanding.

1. Sensory Letter Exploration

Because students choose three letters of their own, assess each chosen letter using this rubric:

Step-by-step thought process:

1. Confirm the student names the letter (e.g., “A”).
2. Listen for the correct sound (e.g., /æ/ for “A”).
3. Observe the tracing in the sand tray—did they form the shape clearly?
4. Observe the playdough shaping—does the form match the letter?
5. Check the written letter on the sheet for proper shape and orientation.

2. Flashcard Phonemic Awareness

Students pick five cards at random. Use the letter-sound mapping below to verify correct pronunciations.

Letter-Sound Reference Table:

Assessment table for five cards:

Step-by-step thought process:

1. Show the card to the student.
2. Ask, “What letter is this?” (if needed) and then “What sound does it make?”
3. Compare their response to the reference table.
4. Check ✔ if the sound matches the primary mapping; otherwise ✘.

3. Letter Writing Practice

The teacher calls out three target letters. Use this guide to check letter formation accuracy. Record in the table below.

General stroke-order reminders:

• A: two diagonals meeting at a point, then a crossbar.
• B: vertical line ➔ two rounded bumps top and bottom.
• C: single smooth curve from top to bottom.
• D: vertical line ➔ large curved line back to start.
• S: reverse “C” shape on top, then “C” shape on bottom.
• T: horizontal line first, then vertical line down the center.

Step-by-step thought process:

1. Model each letter’s strokes slowly, narrating each movement.
2. Observe the student’s attempts—did they follow the same sequence?
3. Check for proper proportions (height vs. width) and line quality.
4. Provide gentle corrections and praise accurate strokes.

4. Wrap-Up & Reflection

These prompts are subjective; there are no “right” or “wrong” answers. Use the student’s responses to gauge engagement and self-awareness.

1. My favorite part of today’s adventure was:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

   • Teacher Note: Look for a clear reference to one of the activities (sand, playdough, flashcards, writing).

2. One new thing I learned today:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

   • Teacher Note: Check that the student recalls a letter name, sound, or formation detail.

Step-by-step thought process:

• Read the student’s reflection aloud and paraphrase to confirm understanding.
• Celebrate their insight to reinforce metacognitive skills.
• Use their feedback to inform future instruction.

End of Answer Key. Use this guide to consistently and accurately assess each component of the Alphabet Adventure session.

Alphabet Adventure Rubric

Use this rubric to assess student performance across the four key areas of the Alphabet Adventure session. Each criterion is scored on a 1–4 scale.

Scoring Guide:

• Add the four criterion scores to obtain a total out of 16.
• Total 14–16: Exemplary session mastery.
• Total 10–13: Proficient understanding and skills.
• Total 6–9: Developing—needs additional practice.
• Total 4–5: Emerging—requires targeted remediation.

Use this rubric alongside the Alphabet Adventure Answer Key and activity sheet to provide targeted feedback and guide next steps.