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Let's Learn: Can You Find the Long "a" in Play?

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In "Let's Learn: Can You Find the Long 'a' in Play?", school-aged children embark on a vibrant educational journey exploring language and music. Hosted by Bekah from New York City Children's Theater, the video features a bilingual reading of "Tito Puente, Mambo King Rey del Mambo" by Monica Brown, bringing to life the rhythmic beats of famous musician Tito Puente. The video teaches phonics through interactive activities focused on the long 'a' sound and vowel-consonant-silent 'e' spelling patterns. Music appreciation is woven throughout as viewers learn to create beats using body percussion and explore the emotional power of music, aligned with SEL concepts like self-expression and cultural appreciation. These engaging lessons enrich vocabulary and reading comprehension, making the video a valuable resource for educators.