Spelling Correction Worksheets

Related ELA Standard: L.2.2.E

Core Standard
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There are many different ways to approach words that we know are not spelled correctly. The method to use is work off of traditional spelling conventions. You can also use various mnemonic devices to turn the word into something more approachable. You should work to build on your library of commonly misspelled words. As you run into words you don't know, write them in a journal. This will serve you well the next time you run into that word. These worksheets will have students building their spelling library.

Spelling Correction Worksheets To Print:

Bubbly Guide - All the vocabulary found here is trapped inside of bubbles. Find the term in the box that would help you find these words in a dictionary.

Ocean Index - We learn about using page indexes to help us understand topics better. Example question: What page can you find out about different kinds of sharks?

Flying Guide - This is activity can you during research regardless of your age. This will expand your ability to use a dictionary.

Froggie Guide - A following directions activity for you. There all types of different frogs to work with here. Each comes with their own instructions.

World Index - We use the index to us understand geography. You are provided with an index page that work off of to answer questions.

Milking Guide - Help Bertha line up the milk bottles. Cut and paste the milk bottles under the correct guide terms.

Jazzy Guide - Draw a line from the words on the left to the words on the right in which you would find the term on that page of the dictionary.

Toasty Dictionaries - Use a dictionary to find if the following words are spelled correctly. If they are spelled correctly color the marshmallow, if it is not write it correctly on the line below.

How to Build a Treehouse - This is a great activity to help you how to build something. Use the index and table of contents to help Kenny find the answers to his questions about how to build a treehouse.

The Spell - Mean Wizard Gustoff has put a spell on this dictionary. You will work to find leading words that will help you find other vocabulary terms.

Cooking Index - Sarah and her friends want to learn how to cook. Review the index and help Sarah and her friends find the recipes they are looking for.

Piggy Guide - Cut and paste the pail that contains the guide words under the pig that has a term that is found in the dictionary.

Movie Guide - Use the guide words to determine which of the words would be found on that page of a dictionary.

Bugs, Bugs, Bugs - Marcus is researching bugs for science class. With the help of a reference index you will answer questions.

Gardening Guide - Circle the guide words that are at the top of the page for the terms that are given to you. We focus on vegetables for quite some time.

Tips for Being a Good Speller


Becoming a good speller is important because it helps in your academic life a lot. It gives a good impression of you. Here are a few tips for being a good speller.


Love Words


In order to become a better speller, you must fall in love with words. It means that you have to become interested in knowing more about words. You should know about the root words and their origins. You should learn how the language was formed. You should also know how roots words are used to form new words. A fondness with the words and keen observation will make you a good speller.


Read


Reading is one of the healthiest habits to adopt. It has tons of benefits for you. One such benefit is that it will make you a good speller. Reading makes you learn more words. The more words you know; the more spelling patterns you will become aware of. You can read anything from newspapers to novels. It all depends on your interest. Most texts are loaded with a variety of words that will help you in improving your spelling skills. Not only that, but reading will also polish your language skills.


Focus on the Syllables


If you have no prior experience with words and spellings, then syllables will definitely help. You can break a word into syllables and then focus on the spellings. This is the easiest way to get accurate spellings. For example, the word interesting has four syllables if you break it into parts.

In+ter+est+ing


Memorize Common Spelling Patterns


In order to become really good at spelling different words, you must learn and memorize the common spelling patterns. There are a few letter patterns that are followed by most of the words. If you memorize those, you can easily spell any word.


Learn Some Basic Spelling Rules


There are well over twenty different common rules that apply to spelling in the English language. At this level we only expect you to understand and apply a handful of them. The most fundamental rule is that every word in the English language consists of at least one vowel. There are several instances of onomatopoeia where this is not true, but in everyday common language you can accept that as a foundational fact. This also builds on the concept that every syllable has one vowel found within it. The next thing we want to know is the unique sounds of the letters c and g. C can sound as /s/ when it is found before e, i, or y. In all other instances c says /k/. G will sound as /j/ when found before an e, i, or y. In all other circumstances G will make the /g/ sound. The last rule that we want to focus on at this level is that the letter q is always followed by the vowel u.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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