SpellingThis page focuses on spelling instruction. Other pages dealing with vocabulary are
Vocabulary,
More Vocabulary,
Words at Play, and
the Etymology page.
60 Ways to Practice SpellingA variety of ideas. Don't miss "Musical Words," "Spell it with Beans," and "Rainbow Chains."
100 Frequently Misspelled WordsFrom
ache to
you're, a list of ordinary words that are often misspelled.
abcteach.comAmong the generous links at this site are elementary/primary-level Word Searches, Crossword Puzzles, Shape Books, and ABC activities, all ready to print and use!
The Alphabet is HistoricThe three lessons in this K-2 curriculum unit include short historical introductions to the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans, hyperlinks to selected illustrations, and suggestions for activities.
Cooperative Group Spelling GameIn this game designed for grades 3-8, students use newspapers to demonstrate knowledge of their vocabulary and spelling words.
Desktop SpellingA game to help elementary students review spelling.
Free Spelling CourseThirty spelling units from Marie Rackham, author and producer of The Basic Cozy Grammar Course.
How do you Spell Caught?In this article a teacher explains her Write-Think-Check process that helps elementary LD students edit for spelling.
Kid Crosswords and Other PuzzlesA variety of thematic puzzles for younger students. They can be printed out or completed online. Be sure to check through the archives and the Spanish page. These puzzles are very well done.
The Reading-Spelling ConnectionIn this article Stephen Krashen analyzes research and makes recommendations for working with spelling.
Literacy ActivitiesInteractive spelling games. This site uses British spelling. Most of the time this will not be an issue with American students, but teachers should be aware.
Musical Spelling WordsThis activity encourages students to practice writing their spelling words.
Quiz HubFun online interactive learning quizzes for vocabulary (including SAT vocabulary) and spelling.
Spell, Shoot, and Score This spelling game helps K-5 students review targeted words before a test.
SpellingSuggestions to help integrate spelling into your reading and writing curriculum.
Spelling ActivitiesSpelling and memory activities for grades 2-4.
Spelling ALWAYS counts!A humorous graphic that makes the point clearly.
Spelling Bank ActivitiesOnline interactive activities to help students master spelling.
Spelling BattleshipStudents review spelling in the manner of a popular game.
Spelling CityAn online interactive site. Use their word lists (grades 1-
or create your own. Students can hear the word pronounced, play spelling games, and test themselves. High school students who want to improve their spelling can still use the site, but with patience: the site records which words people ask for and updates the database monthly.
Spelling: A Key to Good CommunicationLessons, practice, answers, and word lists. These lessons are designed for adults but can be adapted for younger students.
Spelling It RightA generous compilation of handouts related to specific spelling demons.
Spelling Plans from The Teacher's DeskGames and activities for fifth and sixth grade spelling and vocabulary.
Spelling RelayStudents review spelling words as they compete for team points.
Spelling Strategies: Learning High-Frequency WordsThis page includes the 100 most common words in English and suggests ways to learn to spell them that go beyond simple memorization.
SpellitsFrom the BBC: interactive online activities and printable resources which teach spelling strategies, rules and patterns for Years 3, 4, 5 and 6.
Word Wall "Active-ities" Build Vocabulary, Spelling, Writing SkillsFive activities using word walls.