A Free Lesson in Literacy

This free foundational literacy lesson for Secondary ELs introduces simple vowels (monophthongs). It is one of many free lessons within the Off2Class Foundational Literacy Curriculum.

We’ve made these lessons free and downloadable because literacy has rightfully made its way to the top of many district strategic priority lists, and literacy gaps are often present across several secondary EL student populations. The challenge that many districts face when addressing literacy gaps with secondary ELs is because most existing interventions are designed for younger learners and native English speakers. Off2Class offers an age-appropriate scope and sequence designed to address the literacy gaps that might be present in any subset of the secondary EL population. Addressing these gaps targets a key blocker that is often limiting a learner’s English proficiency gains.

When should you teach this free foundational literacy lesson for Secondary ELs?

Lessons like this one that introduce simple vowels (monophthongs) are designed specifically for secondary ELs, so they’re not adapted from something that’s focused on younger learners or native speakers. They are aligned with the Science of Reading and they work for any students who need to build literacy, but are especially helpful for newcomers, Long-term ELs, and Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE).

Download this free literacy lesson on simple vowels here:

LS.1.1: Simple Vowels (WIDA: Pre-Entering)

Introduce simple vowels (monophthongs). At the end of the lesson on literacy, students can distinguish simple vowels and produce an anchor word for each. 

Helpful note: This lesson is most effective with plenty of phoneme models from the teacher.

How can we further support your Secondary ELs?

If you enjoyed this free ESL lesson plan download, there are 150+ more available here. The lesson plans are designed to save you time.

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