AL Ww/E3.1 Spell common words

The suffix ING clearly explains the various rules for adding this suffix to single and multi-syllable words. With practice worksheets and a multi-sensory card sort.

A great end of term reading and spelling activity. Another great Christmas word puzzle from Margaret Adams.

A 16 piece triangular jigsaw puzzle where pairs or small groups of learners must match the correct parts to create compound words. Use as a warm up or plenary activity. Guaranteed to create promote discussion as learners solve puzzle (which should be printed and laminated).

2 sets of key words to learn using look, cover, write check.

Spot the misspelled words and see if you can correct them.

Spelling mnemonics is a huge list collected by Stella Jales and her students. Includes spellings for all levels (from ‘said’ to ‘accommodation’)

A handout or poster suitable for all spelling levels.

A useful practice list that can be kept in students’ folders.

Homographs has a clear handout about ‘bat’ and a practice sheet on ‘bow’ and ‘scales’.

49 slides to use as needed for spelling and vocabulary practice with ESOL and Literacy students. Could also be printed out (for example, 6 to a page) and used as traditional card flashcards.

Please see notes area on slide 1 for updated teaching ideas inc ‘charades’ (E1-3) and sentence level ideas for Level 1and 2 which make this resource suitable for mixed ability classes (E1-L2).