Week 4 (Week of April 7)
Focus: Charlotte's Plan to Save Wilbur (Chapters 10–12)

For Teachers (In-Class Reading Time):

• Reading: Read Chapters 10–12 with the class, focusing on the plot thickening as Charlotte develops her plan to save Wilbur.

• Goal: Discuss how the plot develops and how Charlotte's actions influence the story.

For Parents (At-Home Activity):

• Activity: Syllable Segmentation and Blending
  After the chapters are read in class, practice syllable segmentation with your child at home using key words from the story (e.g., "Charlotte," "Web," "Wilbur").

  • Materials Needed: Syllable counters (like popsicle sticks or cubes) to count out syllables.

  • Goal: Strengthen auditory processing skills by practicing syllable segmentation and blending.

• Steps to Follow:

  • Pick a word like “Charlotte” and clap out the syllables: “Char-lotte” (two claps).

  • Have your child repeat the syllables and then blend them back together to say the word.

  • Use small objects or counters to count the syllables (one for each syllable in the word).

  • Repeat this with other key words from the story, such as “web” or “save.”

  • Alternative Method: You can also use the Orton-Gillingham method of pounding and tapping the syllables. Watch this video for guidance.