These unique concept-based spelling activities are flexible, easy to differentiate, and simple to use. The lesson is focused on spelling rules and patterns related to digraphs.
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These unique concept-based spelling activities are flexible, easy to differentiate, and simple to use. The lesson is focused on spelling rules and patterns related to digraphs.
This approach ensures that students gain a conceptual understanding of why words are spelled the way they are. It also increases the number of words they are able to spell. Instead of just memorizing the weekly word list, students will be gaining skills they can apply to new, unknown words.
Three differentiated spelling lists make it easy to provide each student with words on their level. All of the lists use the same patterns, so you only have to teach one lesson.
Flexibility is built into the program. A sample schedule shows you how to teach spelling in just two days per week.
This complete, done-for-you lesson is easy to implement, effective, and engaging. You and your students will love it!
What’s Included:
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A weekly lesson plan
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Sample schedules for teaching spelling in 2, 3, 4 or 5 days
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4 spelling lists (3 differentiated lists and 1 combination list)
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A family letter that explains the spelling rule
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1 interactive PowerPoint mini lesson to teach the spelling rule
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2 anchor charts
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Partner practice activity
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2 interactive notebook activities
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12 task cards & recording sheet (color and black white options)
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1 practice sheet & homework sheet
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Assessments for each spelling list
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Answer keys
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Detailed teacher directions that show you exactly how to implement the lesson
How to Use It in the Classroom:
Based on a five-day routine:
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Day 1: PowerPoint mini lesson – whole group and individual practice; approximately 20 minutes
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Day 2: Interactive notebook and partner practice
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Day 3: Task card scoot
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Day 4: Practice sheet and partner practice; optional homework
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Day 5: Assessment
If you don’t have time for spelling all five days, use the sample schedules to modify this routine:
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Flexibility is built into this program. It is designed to be used between 2-5 days per week. See the sample schedules for implementation ideas.
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You can use the PowerPoint mini lesson for your whole group instruction. Project on the whiteboard and have students participate in the interactive lesson. Students can write words on individual whiteboards or spell with a partner.
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Complete interactive notebooks as a whole group activity or have students completely independently, use them during centers or morning work.
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You can integrate spelling work into reading centers if time permits.
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Partner practice takes only five minutes and can take place at any time throughout the day – try before lunch, after recess, or before dismissal.
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Practice sheets can be completed independently, in small groups, or as a whole class.
Differentiation
This lesson was designed to make differentiation easy:
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Three differentiated spelling lists, for beginner, on-track, and advanced spellers, as well as a combined list. ALL LISTS focus on the same rule each week.
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Reduce the number of spelling words to be memorized and focus on the spelling pattern.
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Assign the optional homework for extra practice.
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Use both Interactive notebook activities for additional practice.
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Allow students to use their spelling lists as a resource when using task cards and practice sheets.
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Work with beginning spellers to provide assistance as they complete the task cards.
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Provide additional time for partner practice.
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Challenge advanced students with specific directions for the “write a sentence” part of the practice activity.
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Grade both the spelling lists and spelling pattern part of the assessments, or just grade one section.
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