Author: kathyahutto

Letter Skills:  Letter Z Say It-Z says “z” like zipper Practice It-cut zippers from old jeans or purchase inexpensive, used pants from Goodwill; let child practice zipping the zippers as he says “z” sound Recognize It:  Decorate Blank Letter Z with zebra stripes made by making lines across Z with black paint and Q-tip (or…

Letter Skills:  Letter Y Say It:  Y says “y” like yarn Practice It: Yarn Catch-toss ball of yarn to child and have him say “y” sound; when he tosses it back to you, say “y” sound; continue several times Recognize It:  Decorate Blank letter Y by gluing on pieces of yarn Letter Y box –…

Letter Skills:  Letter X Say It:  X says “x” like xylophone Practice It:  find old toy xylophone at flea market or Goodwill; if child can say “x” sound he may strike the xylophone Recognize It:  Decorate Blank Letter X with colorful strips of construction paper like a toy xylophone Letter X box – fill empty…