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Make spelling homework fun with these simple ideas.

Teacher & Mom shares a variety of hands-on ideas.

Reasons spelling words should be brought back into public school curriculum.

The boredom of repetitive practice of sight words and spelling lists is easy to counteract with some fun and simple-to-create activities.

Face it, the one thing kids love more than having fun is having fun with you. So take those boring spelling lists from school and show your child just how much fun learning can be when you do it together.

When your child's spelling grades aren't up to snuff, help him or her succeed. Make practice time fun and beneficial with these easy ideas.

The following is a lesson plan created to have students practice spelling words in a fun and exciting way. The students play a game modeled after the common board game, Battelship.

In this article I will share with you some fun things to do with spelling. Spelling lessons can be fun and easy by using some of the following ideas.

How much do you depend on spell check? Even though it often flags names of people or places when they are spelled correctly, it comes in handy for making sure about the spelling of many words.

Spelling tests are a necessary evil in order for children to learn to spell and to read. But it can be one of the more tedious and monotonous of all homework assignments for children.

If your child is struggling with vocabulary and spelling, you can use these strategies and games to boost their skills and their confidence.

it is important to help your child understand certain spelling rules and patterns. You can ask the teacher where you can find this information or search for spelling rules online.

...This is part of a series. Here you will learn how to make a spelling bin. The topics covered will include which games and activities to stock and instructions for a few of the games and activities...

How to use a game to learn to spell better. Include the whole family or play by yourself. Learning can be fun. http://homeschoolinghelp.bravehost.com/

Too many people spell these little words wrong, I feel I must personally stop it! Call me the Donkey-Haughty of spelling.

Spelling is one of the most important things you can teach your child in a homeschool setting. While some parents rely on reading and writing activities to teach their child the vocabulary they need, others prefer a more structured approach.

Spelling tests are a weekly and sometimes dreaded part of almost all elementary school students' lives. Some students seem to be more naturally talented when it comes to spelling, while other students need to put in more work and effort in.

Spelling is a difficult subject to get excited about. Discover some wonderful tools that can make your spelling instruction more stimulating and engaging.

If spelling word practice sessions and the toothpulling that is required to get your child to do it are stressing you out, here are some easy ways to liven it up just enough to interest your child.

This article tells who Sriram Hathwar is and about the Scripps Spelling Bee.

The spelling of words is not always intuitive, and at some point, we all grapple with "commemorate" and "accommodate." The following spelling tips should help keep your battles with spelling less frequent and less bloody:

My kids and I have a couple of games we like to play in the car. One strengthens spelling skills and the other strengthens punctuation skills. Here is how they work:

This article is designed to help parents choose the right software for their children, whether they're already spelling whiz kids, or if they need a little extra help.

Actress/celebrity Tori Spelling has a HUGE listing of personal items up for bid on the Ebay auction site. This begs the question - is Tori in that much of a financial bind, or is this a huge public relations event? Money's not going to charity, either!

Scripps National Spelling Bee's youngest participant

If you have a budding speller at home, try this easy and fun activity to practice the spelling of common three-letter words! Later, adapt the activity to four-letter words!

Simplified spelling is not the solution to illiteracy.

My husband's mother recently called, very excited about all of the unique and fun entertainment that her senior citizen center was sponsoring.

My first person account of the 2007 Columbus Dispatch Spelling Bee.

Spelling is a big part of our english language.

Is spelling important on comments?

Constantly misspelling words? Well, here's how to improve your spelling skills!

"Kappa Activity Books" publish a "My First" series that can be found for about a dollar. This includes "My First Spelling Book"; "My First Math Book"; "My First Shapes Book"; "My First Words Book"; "My First Opposites Book" and, "My First Picture dictionary".

Knowing a few basic rules about adding vowel suffixes to short-vowel words can help you avoid common spelling mistakes

How much is one word worth? Two million dollars to the father of a spelling bee contestant who lost.

Knowing a few basic rules about adding vowel suffixes to long-vowel words can help you avoid common spelling mistakes.

Spelling, syntax and grammatical errors are all around us. They proliferate to the point where no one bats an eye anymore when they see typos and misspelled words. But to those who have learned the discipline of proper spelling, it's annoying.

Use this rubric to easily instruct students in phonics and spelling patterns like diagraphs, blends, vowel combinations, dipthongs, prefixes, suffixes and silent letters.

There are two ways to perform a spelling and grammar check once Microsoft Word has identified an error... read how!

This article outlines the basic principles behind invented/inventive spelling, and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of teaching it (versus teaching the conventional methods of spelling).

Harry W. Schwartz Bookshop will be hosting an adult spelling bee at Cafe Lulu. THe event will be hosted by Steve Kleinedler, who was profiled in a New York Times article about an increase of "young, hip lexicographers."

My children and I appreciate online games and tutorials to learn to spell.

The English laguage is one of the most difficult languages to master.

Fergie may arguably be the hottest English teacher ever. I can't help but wonder if she can get through a song these days without spelling out a word or two.

There was a program that I have been watching throughout the week about spelling contest in ESPN. I remember watching it last year with some of my friends, but yesterday it was the final competition.

This paper discusses the central theme of loneliness that is found in both Audre Lorde's text "Zami A New Spelling of my Name, and "Black Boy" by Richard Wright.

Is it "their" or "there"? "Your" or "You're"? Here's a guide to some of those tricky words that sound alike but mean different things.

"Varrient Spelings"??Wotz up wd that.

Keep learning fun with this simple and inexpensive homeschooling activity.

Many people love to write, yet make errors spelling without realizing it.

This is a lesson plan called Fish for Words which teaches students their reading words, spelling words, or vocabulary words.

Have you ever considered the weight of your words? Here are some thoughts on expanding your vocabulary.

These commonly confused words sound similar but have different meanings!

We would all agree that the biggest tragedy of all came with instant messaging and texting. Simple three-lettered words were replaced by one letter!

I read the Webster's New Universal Unabridged Dcitionary of 1983 and found these words that may be relevant to you and your life.

The mostly true origins behind such words and phrases as "fall guy," "teetotaler," "craps," "hair of the dog that bit you," among others.

Why do we say it? English is among the most historically fascinating, since virtually every language in the world has contributed to it over the years. This multiple-part series is intended to give a few chuckles at the origins of some of our words.

Certain words and phrases in the English language are commonly mispronounced or misspelled. The reader is reminded to avoid mistakes that are heard almost every day.

What does freedom of speech mean and what does it mean when we propose banning the use of words?

Learning proper grammar isn't nearly as important as learning how to use certain words properly. This article explores three of the most commonly misused sets of words in the English language to help you improve your writing.

When certain words are mispronounced it really bugs me. If you don't want to bug me, learn how to pronounce these names.

The Bible has enriched the English language in many ways. One example is the addition to the language of two words that denote large beasts: behemoth and leviathan.

This is a list of official Scrabble-sanctioned words that contain "Q" but no "U"

This tutoring lesson plan is designed to help younger students who have problems in language arts, specifically reading. Learning more about specific word families helps when trying to read or sound out words.

Don't fret about how to use these words. As long as you keep in mind the situations in which form is used, you'll have no problem spotting errors if you do not use the word correctly the first time around.

The English language has many words you can use interchangeably but there are several word that are incorrectly used and do not reflect the meaning intended.

Who knew English etymology could be this much fun? Part 6 of our zany look at the English language.

Hannah Montana is all the rage right now. Who can go to the store without seeing her face on everything? Read on to find ideas on how to use your child's Hannah Montana fever to teach spelling, behavorial changes, chores and much more.

An academic analysis and history of three English obscenities: "Fuck", "Goddamn", and "Nigger".

Got picture frames? Here's a new way to use them that's fun, easy and looks great!

Many everyday objects and activities are named after places. Here are some interesting and often surprising examples.

Multiple entities select a word or phrase of the year. For 2007, some of the winners and nominees may be surprising. Some of the honors are very serious, while others are based upon silliness.

Reading a dictionary from cover to back shouldn't be a prerequisite to having a social life.

I think what really makes the wedding perfect is the personal vows that have special meaning to the couple.

Didn't make anyone's myspace top eight list because you're such a nerd? Here comes a top eight list of which you'll be glad you're not a part.

Keep a notebook or a journal with you to write down your inspirations. I go to the dollar store and buy smaller size journals to keep with me. I

A review of educational games for children ages 3 to 7.

Are you struggling with your writing or looking for direction and instruction? Discover pitfalls writers fall into most often. Write clearly and correctly for the enjoyment of both yourself and your reader.

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Help your students gain valuable skills in phonics, spelling, and vocabulary without the complaints and groans associated with traditional instruction by integrating word games into your curriculum.

Story and lessons for instruction of the 'short i' sound and spelling.

While having fun playing the game, the correct spelling of short words is reinforced through repetition. And thanks to the competing time clock, players will become swifter spellers out of need.

Dyslexia is a lifelong learning disability that is associated with difficulties in reading, writing, spelling, and speech.

I recently ran across a place online that allows children to study their spelling words. I really liked this site and wanted to share it with others.

This elementary based lesson will help students to spell, write and use words that have the long and short letter u properly as well as serve as an introduction to separating syllables.

Twenty four hours and we depart to Las Vegas, Nevada to attend Vegoose. We are packing costumes for two days of shows and all of the essentials for the rest of the trip.

This article looks at two school districts from the perspective of a mother of four. A recent move has resulted in higher academic standards for my children.

Facts from notable sources about English being used as a global language as well as my views after taking a TEFL course. TEFL has taught me people around the world need to communicate more easily and TEFL can help evolve this phenomenon of language.

A guide to getting it all done, in a timely manner without losing your mind!

Learn the techniques used at Sunny Hill and how effective they really are.

Letter recognition is imperative to successfully learning to read. Play these fun games and activities at home to help your child become a better reader.

If anybody tells you that short fiction is a dying art, ask them if they've tried selling a story lately! The competition among writers in the short fiction market is as healthy as ever. Increase your chances of success with this ten-point checklist.

A look at schools' fundraising techniques. One parent's opinion about the frequency of fundraisers in the local school district.

I bought a puppy named Lucky from a couple in Topeka. This was in 1980. In 1981, I bought a puppy named Toby so that Lucky could have a playmate.
Things were quite interesting with two puppies around. They were good company for me.

Though memorization fell out of favor a few years ago, it is making a comeback in our schools and curricula. There are some good reasons to require memory work from students!

With a simple roll of butcher paper and some crayons or markers, you can liven up any boring afternoon and make it a fun and educational experience!

There are many different ways that parents homeschool their children. Some are more common than others but all approaches have merit.

If you are a full time writer for Associated Content (AC), or even just an occasional writer, one of the things you will be aware of is the need to proofread your work and correct any typos, spelling mistakes and even words that are not spelling mistakes