Good things grow as children learn the Letter G! Whether they're exploring gardens, reaching about goats, pretending to be giraffes, or creating with glitter and glue, each activity gives children meaningful opportunities to hear the /g/ sound, strengthen early literacy skills, and discover that learning is an exciting adventure.
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Phonics songs are an excellent tool for teaching letter sounds as children prepare for reading. Sing the songs slowly, focusing on the sound of the letter. Be careful not to add a vowel to the end of the /u/ sound (avoid saying /guh/).
Phonics Song
Tune: Farmer in the Dell
G /g/ goat
G /g/ goat
/g/ /g/ /g/ /g/
G /g/ goat
Bible Version
Tune: Farmer in the Dell
G /g/ grapes
G /g/ grapes
God gave them great big grapes
G /g/ grapes
Glue green pom poms to the Letter Gg poster. If you have an assortment of colored pom poms, the activity of picking out only the green pom poms becomes a great fine motor, visual perception, and sorting activity.
Use a green dot marker to make dots on the Letter Gg poster.
Spread glue over the Letter Gg poster. Sprinkle with gold or green glitter.
Color the Letter Gg Poster with green or gold crayons.
Make "grapes" on the Letter Gg poster with a green or purple dot marker or fingerprints in paint. Cut leaves and stems to clue to the printable.
Create a garden sensory bin with soil, rocks, fake flowers, and toy insects.
Create a garage for cars to roll into.
My "G" Book 
The classic Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown is a beloved bedtime story that features a little bunny saying goodnight to various objects in his room, including the moon, stars, and a red balloon. The rhythmic, soothing text and gentle illustrations make it a perfect bedtime read, offering a calming and repetitive structure that helps young children wind down for the night.
Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann is a charming, nearly wordless picture book about a mischievous gorilla who quietly follows a zookeeper as he says goodnight to the animals. As the zookeeper locks each cage, the gorilla unlocks them, allowing the animals to follow him back to the zookeeper’s house. With its humorous and delightful illustrations, this simple story engages young readers in a playful bedtime adventure, encouraging observation and imagination while gently leading to a cozy goodnight.
The Going to Bed Book by Sandra Boynton is a delightful and calming bedtime story for young children. The book follows a group of animals as they go through their evening routine, from taking a bath to brushing teeth and getting into bed.
Gossie by Olivier Dunrea is a charming story about a little gosling named Gossie who loves wearing her bright red boots. When Gossie’s boots go missing, she goes on a search, looking for them and encountering her friends along the way.
God Gave Us Prayer by Lisa Tawn Bergren helps children understand the concept of prayer and how they can talk to God. Little Bear learns from his family that prayer is a way to communicate with God, whether to say thank you, ask for help, or share feelings. This gentle, faith-based book encourages children to develop a personal relationship with God through prayer.
Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss is a beloved story about Sam-I-Am, a character who tries to convince an unnamed friend to try green eggs and ham, despite his refusal to do so in various situations. Sam-I-Am's persistence ultimately leads to a humorous and satisfying conclusion when the friend discovers he actually likes the dish. This timeless book is perfect for teaching children about the value of open-mindedness and trying new things.
Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site by Sherri Duskey Rinker is a soothing bedtime story that follows the hardworking machines at a construction site as they finish their tasks for the day. As each machine, from the bulldozer to the crane, winds down and prepares for sleep, the rhythmic text and peaceful illustrations create a relaxing atmosphere. This gentle, rhyming story teaches children about the importance of rest and helps ease the transition to bedtime, making it a perfect read for little ones who love trucks, construction, and bedtime routines.
Go, Dog. Go! by P. D. Eastman is a lively and fun-filled book that features a series of dogs engaging in various activities, from driving cars to attending a dog party. With its simple text, repetitive phrases, and colorful illustrations, the book teaches basic concepts such as colors, sizes, and opposites while keeping children engaged with its rhythmic language and playful illustrations. This is one of the first books that my preschool-age children would "read" out loud just by looking at the illustrations.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears is a classic fairy tale about a little girl named Goldilocks who stumbles upon the house of three bears while they are out. She tries out their porridge, chairs, and beds, finding each item too hot, too cold, too big, or too small. When the bears return home, they discover Goldilocks has been inside and is asleep in the baby bear's bed. Startled, she wakes up and runs away.
Three Billy Goats Gruff is a classic folk tale about three goats who must outwit a nasty troll in order to cross a bridge and reach the lush meadow on the other side. The smallest goat crosses first, followed by the medium-sized one, and finally the biggest. Each goat convinces the troll to wait for the next, larger goat, until the biggest goat pushes the troll into the river, allowing all three goats to safely graze.
Gregory, the Terrible Eater by Mitchell Sharmat is a humorous story about a young goat named Gregory who refuses to eat the usual grass and hay that goats love. Instead, he prefers eating things like chairs, shoes, and even tin cans. His unusual eating habits worry his parents, but Gregory’s choices help him discover the importance of finding a balance between personal preferences and healthy habits. This funny and lighthearted story teaches children about making good choices and the value of trying new things while keeping a sense of humor.
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