Spelling strategies

Spelling strategies to help your beginning writers spell independently. Free anchor chart pieces to use as a reference tool!

Spelling strategy is an important part of upper elementary literacy instruction. Read tips and download resources for 4 key strategies for teaching spelling in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades.

Take the boredom out of spelling practice with one of these creative and fun ways to practice spelling words that will work with any word list.

Seven Strategies to help children remember spelling words - based on brain research, this blog post shares seven strategies to help those kiddos who struggle to remember spelling!

Help your students become better spellers with the spelling hack that every teacher should know! It is mind-blowing how effective as well as how simple it is and easy for students to use! Click here to learn more!

Spelling activities for 4th graders can go far beyond the traditional worksheet! Finding creative spelling practice activities other than run of the mill

This blog looks at PLD spelling activities. Look-Cover-Say-Write-Check is a great strategy for children learning to spell.

These cards focus on teaching spelling for visual learners and story-based learners, both of which I have found to be VERY effective with my kids.

The FLOSS rule is a spelling generalization used to teach students when the final consonant is doubled. Check out tips for teaching it!

In this post, learn why teaching spelling is essential and how to get started with effective strategies! Teaching spelling takes time, but it’s worth the effort! Spelling instruction helps students internalize phonics patterns, reinforcing reading and writing skills. Reading and spelling are closely connected, so students must master both to avoid future literacy challenges. Through systematic, explicit spelling instruction, teachers build a strong foundation for student success in literacy.