Ages 5-12
The Spelling Teacher’s Handbook
Jo Phenix
Based on a wealth of experience, this remarkable book provides a vibrant mix of the basics of spelling along with workable classroom suggestions for making spelling instruction interesting, enjoyable and effective.
This comprehensive approach to spelling in the primary classroom offers a thorough exploration of the skills of spelling along with techniques for creating a climate for spelling learning. The Spelling Teacher's Handbook provides a wealth of support for all areas of spelling instruction:
- Planning spelling lessons - from a four-step model for instruction to teaching spelling through children's writing and responding to spelling errors.
- Teaching spelling patterns - the four spelling patterns children should learn.
- Spelling activities - a repertoire of activities including word-collecting, word-building and special investigations.
- Using spelling lists - word family lists, prompt lists and core vocabulary.
- Presenting issues around situations where proper spelling counts.
The book also includes tips for helping pupils with proofreading and encouraging them to use a dictionary. The time-tested strategies in this book will enable children to continue their spelling learning throughout their lives.
Contents
Understanding spelling; Organising a Spelling Classroom; Planning Spelling Lessons; Teaching Spelling Patterns; Spelling Activities; Using Spelling Lists; Getting Spelling Right; Developing a Spelling Curriculum
2001 72pp paperback
978-1-55138-138-1
£19.99
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