This page will offer spelling support as it applies to writing. For phonics support see Fundations pages by grade level.
"How do I Spell...?"
Suggested Answers to this Question for Families at Home
1- What sounds do you hear in the word? Did you get them all in the word?
2-What tools do you have that can help you with your spelling? (Hint: Check writing folder.)
3-Is there a word inside this word that you know how to spell? Start there.
4-Try spelling a word that is similar and see if that can help you spell this word.
5-Break your word into syllables and listen to the vowel sounds in each syllable. (Grades 2-5)
6-Give it a try. Does it look right? Try again and then compare. Which one is correct?
Ways to Spell Different Sounds
One of the biggest spelling challenges is to figure out how to spell the vowel sound. Reference these chart to see the spelling for all of the sounds that are taught by the end of second and third grade.
Spelling Options (Grade 2).pdf
Spelling Options.pdf
Megawords Editing Visual.pdf
Spelling Support for Grades 4&5
This is a great reference to print out for older students to use to check their spelling as they write, or in the editing process.