- Kinesthetic Learner
- Visual Learner
- Auditory Learner
- Technology Integration
Spelling Words
Objective
- Students will practice writing spelling words.
- Students will correctly spell words from a spelling list.
- Students will use the words correctly in a short story or poem.
Materials
Differentiated Strategies
These strategies are used to meet the varied needs of all learners:
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Varying academic levels: uses mixed-ability groups to allow students to learn from one another -
Visual learners: the words lists and short stories/poems are displayed as visual aids -
Auditory learners: The words are discussed as the group writes. The writings are shared and discussed with the class. -
Kinesthetic learners: Engages students by providing an opportunity to work in groups and use highlighter and markers to spell words.
Procedures
Warm-Up
- Display the spelling word list for students to copy onto their own paper.
Direct Instruction
Practice
- Assign the students to their groups having 2-3 students per group. Have each group member be responsible for one of the following:
Assessment Closure
Students can begin a rough draft on paper. Once finished they can copy it onto a piece of large lined tablet paper with markers. After the students write the copy on the large lined table paper, then they can take a highlighter and highlight the spelling words. The paper can then be displayed on a wall or chalkboard for sharing.
The groups will share their stories/poems with the words being spelled correctly and used in the correct context.
Review the words and discuss that the students used writing to practice their spelling words. Discuss other ways the students can practice using their spelling words and list any suggestions on the chalkboard.
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Introduce or review words identifying the spelling “rule’ or word family.
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Tell the students they are going to practice writing their words by including each word in a short story or poem.
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Using a different (previous) word list, have the students help you write a short story or poem so there is a sample. The stories/poems can be funny or silly, but must use the words correctly. This can be done on a chalkboard or large tablet paper.
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