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Spelling worksheets for k - 5.

Use these free, printable spelling worksheets to practice and improve spelling. Spelling skills are closely related to reading skills and writing skills; all rely on the visual representation of words. 

Our spelling worksheets include spelling lists and spelling exercises for each grade .

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30 Spelling Activities for ANY List of Words

• March 6, 2020

We work hard to teach our students the correct way to spell words.  We spend countless hours creating spelling practice activities that are fun and not just writing the word multiple times.  Are you ready to get some of those hours back?!  Take a look at these fabulous EDITABLE Spelling Activities we have created for your students to practice their word lists.

Our Spelling Activities are super simple to use!!!

• Enter your spelling list into the first page of the packet.
• Choose the activities you want to use that week.  (We have 150+ different pages  to choose from!)
• Print those activities.

These spelling activities can be sent home as homework, used in a word work center, or as independent practice. You can find all of our editable spelling activities, (general, seasonal, and holiday-themed) on Education to the Core Premium. Join today as a monthly or annual member for instant access to this resource and thousands more.

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1. spelling list.

This is the page where you will type in your spelling words (up to 15 words).  It can be sent home for students to study during the week, as well as for parents to cut apart and use as flashcards.

2. MAGIC WORDS

Write each spelling word in white crayon, then color over with a marker to watch them “magically” appear.

3. ALPHABETICAL ORDER

Write each spelling word in ABC order.

4. RAINBOW SPELLING

5. WRITE A SENTENCE

6. SECRET CODE

7. ROLL A SPELLING WORD

Roll the dice to see which way you are going to practice your spelling words.  Which number did you roll the most?

8. WORD ILLUSTRATIONS

Students choose 4 different spelling words to illustrate. As an extension, can they write a sentence to go with the picture?

9. TRACE WORDS

Practice each word as you trace it with different writing tools.

10. EMOJI SPELLING

11. PATTERN BLOCK SPELLING

12. VOWELS AND CONSONANTS

13. SCRABBLE SPELLING

14. SPIN IT — SPELL IT

15. SPELLING MAZE

16. SPELLING SPIRAL

17. SPELLING WORD SYLLABLES

Students practice separating their spelling words into syllables. Count on fingers, clap your hands, or stomp your feet to see how many syllables are in each word. Then circle the corresponding number.

18. SILLY WRITING

19. PYRAMID SPELLING

20. SPELLING RHYMES

21. SPELLING COLORS

22. WORD SEARCH

For your higher-level kiddos, this word search is great! They write their words either across, down, or as a challenge, diagonal on the grid. Then place random letters among the words. Share with a partner to see if they can find all of your “hidden” words!

23. WORD ART

24. CREATE A STORY

How many spelling words can your students include in a story? Write a short story that makes sense and illustrate it.

25. KEYBOARD WORDS

26. STAMPING SPELLING WORDS

Everybody loves dot markers! Grab a few different colors and stamp your spelling words as you read them.

27. SYNONYMS AND ANTONYMS

For a more challenging activity, connect spelling practice with vocabulary work by finding a synonym and antonym for each spelling word.

28. SIGN LANGUAGE SPELLING

29. How Many Sounds

30. Tic-Tac-Toe Spelling

Perfect for partner spelling activities. Your students can each take a color and play tic-tac-toe with their spelling words.

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Spelling rules – 18 of the best worksheets and resources for KS1 and KS2 SPaG

Get children from Year 2 through Year 6 to master spelling rules and patterns with these worksheets, display packs, ideas, activities, tips and more…

1 | Year 2 spelling rules classroom display packs

Enhance your KS1 classroom displays with these sets of colourful posters (pack 1 has 14, pack 2 has 12) based around Year 2 spelling patterns.

Each poster shows the spelling pattern surrounded by eight eye-catching images illustrating words that use that pattern.

• posters where the example illustrations aren’t labelled, so children can be challenged to identify the missing words
• posters showing the spelling pattern only, so children can add their own example words and pictures
• individual elements of the posters, which can be cut out and assembled as part of any larger wall display, and added to by the children

Click here for Display pack 1 and here for Display pack 2 .

2 | Key Stage 2 spelling rules classroom display packs

On a similar note we also have display packs for Year 3-6. Just click the links to find out more about what’s included in each

3 | Year 3/4 spelling review worksheets

These spelling word worksheets provide a great way to practise and test the Year 3 and 4 words from the National Curriculum Spelling List.

All of the Year 3 and 4 spelling words are covered across five challenge sheets, each containing three different types of spelling challenge.

Download here.

4 | Year 5/6 spelling review worksheets

And for upper-KS2 students, these worksheets do exactly the same, with the addition of anagrams and cryptic clues.

Get this one here.

5 | How to teach spelling rules

Modelling invented words? Teaching spelling ‘rules’? Saying that letters are ‘silent’? No, no, no, says Charlotte MacKechnie.

Read her dos and don’ts of teaching spelling here.

7 | ‘i before e except after c’ rule spelling worksheet

Ask anyone to name a spelling rule and this is probably what most people will say, even though we know it’s often not true. So rather than teach this rule, you’re probably going to need to un teach it.

These spelling worksheets, covering ‘i before e except after c’, are an excellent way for children in Years 5 and 6 to revise and practise this rule and the ‘i’ before ‘e’ exceptions.

The worksheets include five different spellings activities for KS2 in which children look at spelling patterns, identify misspelt words and apply their spellings in context. They can be used within lessons, as an assessment or as a homework task.

‘I’ before ‘e’ exceptions

Try this one here.

8 | Year 2-6 spelling word list resources

If you’re looking for resources specific to the spelling word lists for a certain year group, we’ve rounded up some great ones for Years 2-6. Just click these links to give them a look:

9 | Key stage 2 spelling patterns crossword resources

These spellings patterns crossword PDF worksheets for Year 3-6 includes a number of crosswords to support children’s learning.

In addition, they help to clarify word meanings, enabling children to use these words more confidently in their writing.

Each crossword focuses on a different spelling pattern and answer sheets are also included.

• Year 3 spellings patterns crossword worksheets
• Year 4 spellings patterns crossword worksheets
• Year 5 spellings patterns crossword worksheets
• Year 6 spellings patterns crossword worksheets

10 | ‘Ough’ spelling rule doughnut phonics

Use these doughnut-themed resources to explain to children how the ‘ough’ spelling can represent many different sounds.

Download them all here.

11 | Spelling strategies and games

Does your class learn how to spell words one week, only to forget the next? It’s time for more-memorable strategies, and Rachel Clarke offers six of her favourites here.

Click here to check them out.

12 | Year 3 and 4 word-sorting activity

These packs contain a variety of Lower-Key Stage 2 spellings split into different Y3 and Y4 spelling patterns.

Children can be given sets of word cards and asked to discuss the common spelling patterns, before sorting the cards into groups. It’s a hands-on way to revise and improve pupils’ understanding of key spellings.

Click here for the Year 3 pack and here for the Year 4 pack

13 | One-syllable word families posters and card-sorting activity

The resources in this word family pack will help children to practise recognising letter patterns through interactive wall displays and card-sorting activities.

It looks at groups of short (3- and 4-letter) words with letter patterns like -ill, -in, -ad and -en.

Check it out here.

14 | Word family word spinners

Another way to help children practise and identify common letter strings in one-syllable words is by using these word wheels.

Children turn the wheels to see how different prefixes and suffixes create different words, and how the same spelling patterns apply to groups of words.

Word Wheels covering 28 letter strings are included, such as words ending in ‘-ab’, ‘-ip’ and ‘-ell’.

The spinners are colour coded to identify the vowel with which each letter string begins, and blank templates are also included so that children can create their own word spinners.

Get spinning here.

15 | Year 2 spelling patterns word search revision pack

This Y2 spelling revision pack contains 25 PDF worksheets, each covering a different Key Stage 1 spelling pattern.

The children are asked to find hidden words in the letter grid, then identify the spelling pattern they share. Further questions on the spelling pattern are included on the second sheet. The hidden words are listed at the bottom of the page to help children with their search.

Two versions of each sheet are included – one with the list of words that children need to find, and one without for children who need more challenge.

Answer sheets for all the word searches are also included.

Give it a look here.

16 | Year 2 spelling rules worksheets

These PDF worksheets are an excellent way for children in Y2 to revise and practise these spelling patterns.

The worksheets include five different activities in which children look at spelling patterns, identify misspelt words and apply their spellings in context.

They can be used within lessons, as an assessment or as a homework task.

Click each link to check them out

• Long ‘i’ spelt ‘y’
• Long ‘e’ sound spelt ‘ey’
• ‘zh’ sound spelt ‘s’
• ‘s’ sound spelt ‘c’
• ‘or’ sound spelt ‘a’ before ‘l’ or ‘ll’
• ‘u’ sound spelt ‘o’
• ‘r’ sound spelt ‘wr’
• ‘a’, ‘or’ and ‘ar’ sounds after ‘w’
• ‘gn’ and ‘kn’ words
• /l/ or /əl/ sounds
• Words ending in -tion

17 | Year 3/4 spelling rules worksheets

Next up, we have more of these style of worksheets, but for lower-Key Stage 2.

• -ous suffix
• ‘ei’, ‘ey’ or ‘eigh’ words
• ‘g’ sound Spelt ‘gue’
• ‘s’ sound Spelt ‘sc’
• Word endings that sound like ‘shun’
• Words containing ‘ch’
• Words ending in ‘-sure’ or ‘-ture’
• ‘i’ Sound Spelt ‘y’

18 | Year 5/6 spelling rules worksheets

And finally it’s upper-Key Stage 2.

• -ably and -ibly spelling rule
• Year 5 spelling patterns revision toolkit
• ‘ough’ words
• Words ending in ‘-fer’

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Year 1 Spelling: Worksheets and Activities.

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Think of spelling being a house. Much like a home, spelling needs to be learnt from bottom to top, this is what we like – the foundations of spelling. During Year 1, students will learn the basics of spelling. From tricky words to how to spot important spelling patterns, which will ultimately help them build their spelling skills throughout their education.

Year 1 Spelling:

Table of contents, spelling as part of the national curriculum..

As we are all probably aware, spelling is essential for clear communication. Therefore, it is only right for it to be a mandatory subject in school.

By the end of year one, students are expected to be able to read many different words, whether they have seen them before or not.

What Year 1 focuses on:

There are many things your Year 1 students will focus on during this year of building their spelling foundations. Some teachers might take it back and remind students what they learn back in reception. This could be phonics and the context of some words.

Students will also learn how to spell the days of the week and learn the full alphabet.

If you’re teaching spelling to your Year 1 class, you might consider exploring how the same sounds can be made with different letter groups.

• ow and oe – in ‘flow’ and ‘toe’
• ue and ew – ‘clue’ and ‘grew’
• ie and igh – ‘lie’ and ‘high’
• or, ore and aw – ‘for’, ‘shore’ and ‘saw’
• air and are – ‘pair’ and ‘care’
• oy and oi – ‘boy’ and ‘join’
• ai and ay – ‘rain’ and ‘way’
• ir, er and ur – ‘girl’, ‘where’ and ‘your’
• ow and ou – ‘down’ and ’round’

and, how the same letter groups can create different sounds:

• ea in ‘eat’ and ‘meat’
• oo in ‘moon’ and ‘pool’
• ear in ‘dear’ and ‘hear’

As well as:

Spelling patterns

Not only will students cover phonics, but also learn how some words have certain patterns which make them easier to recognise.

Spelling patterns vary, but some examples are:

• Words ending in ‘ck’ – back, black, sick…
• Adding ‘ing’ at the end of words. For example, ‘walk’ can also be ‘walking’.

Tricky words

Phonetically irregular words are completely different to sight words, as students need a longer time to decode. These are words that simply cannot be sounded out in your head. Tricky words should be learnt thoroughly.

To read more on tricky words, why not check out our blog? Click Here.

Split digraphs.

When a consonant appears between vowels, this is what we know to be a split. And a digraph is when two letters make up one sound, for example, ‘food’, ‘wood’. Thus, earning its name: split digraphs.

Examples of split digraphs are:

How spelling is taught.

Spelling is taught in many ways. However, teachers might give students a list of words to learn at home. However, most of the learning is done in the classrooms.

There are tons of opportunities to involve spelling in tasks such as reading, practising handwriting, worksheets, pictographs, and cards. A common and popular technique to learn to spell is by using the ‘look, say, cover, write and check’ method. The use of repetition helps students absorb and really get to learn the word they are trying to engage with. The ‘look, say, cover, write and check’ method is also great for those students who struggle with their spelling.

Year 1 spelling activity ideas and Emile worksheets.

On your interactive whiteboard, set up a PowerPoint with slides containing the picture of the word you are trying to spell. Ask students to tell you what letters go into spelling the word of the picture – do not write the letters in order, instead, ask students to spell the word with the letters and pictures provided.

Fill in the missing letter.

As the title suggests, prepare words on your interactive whiteboard. However, make sure you leave some letters blank. Ask students to fill out the missing letters. This is a great activity to warm up the student’s day.

Word of the day.

Pick a word for the day. These words can be from your spelling lists. Set a moment aside each day for students to look at the word in great detail. You could ask students to sound the word out, and then use it in a sentence. Then test their knowledge by asking them to spell it.

Worksheets.

Emile has prepared a kit full of all the Year 1 spelling words that are mandatory according to the national curriculum. These implement the Look, say, cover and check method. The worksheets are free to download, get your copy!

Other Years:

Spelling with Emile.

Emile also has a new learning mode on “Learning with Emile”, where students can engage with the ‘look, say, cover, write and check’ method. Why not get your FREE demo of Spelling with Emile, today? More info.

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Spelling for kids learning English at primary school. EYFS, KS1 & KS2 homework help with worksheets, links, game and videos.

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If you find the spellings difficult in your year then try starting with spellings from the year below. It's ok to work lower than the year you are on and fill the gaps rather than struggling at your level without understanding the basics.

Check what your spelling level is with our online test.

Get tested on 12 words and find out what level is best for you.

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Learning spellings

Practice your spellings for four days then get someone to test you on the fifth day without looking at the words first.

Download our spelling sheets for lists of words to practice spelling.

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Spellings - Tips for parents

One of the best ways that you can help your child's education at home is to support them with their spellings. We have made this easy for you with our print at home spelling worksheets for all years. These focus on the essential words your child needs to know to become top of the class in their spellings.

If you are unsure of what level of spelling your child is at, take our new online spelling test (links above) to find out. Start with the test appropriate to their year and the results will give advice on whether their level should be higher or lower.

What if my child is really behind on their spellings?

It's not uncommon to be lower than where they should be. But don't worry you can close this gap. Our spelling sheets work from Monday to Friday and there are fewer sheets than there are weeks in a year. So by using weekends and continuously working through the years, there is every chance of catching up.

Say your child knows half the words from a particular year but they need to fill in the gaps of the ones they don't know. Test your child first on the spellings for that week. Any words they don't know straight away without seeing them should be the ones they are tested on. Leave the others out and they will soon catch up.

Did you know?

Helping your child become confident at spelling allows them to focus on the content of their writing rather than worrying about the spelling of words.

Future exams take away a percentage of marks for poor spelling. This can make all the difference in that grades they are awarded.

Reading can improve spelling. When your child reads more often they will start to recognise words that look wrong.

It's never too late to do something about poor spellings.

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 Spelling Homework Ideas

Need some ideas for spelling homework? Check out the gigantic list below of great ideas! You'll find the first 20 ideas here, and the remaining ones here . Each idea can be used with any list of weekly spelling words. Choose the ones that work best for your grade level. Vary the activities frequently.

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Note: You might also want to consider our new  AnyWord Spelling Practice eBooks . They are full of ideas for lots of spelling practice with any spelling words. The 3 eBooks provide practice with creative writing, word play, and partner games.  Check them out !

Printable List of Spelling Homework Ideas

1. Write each word 5 times, using a different color each time.

2. Type your spelling words 10 times, using a different font each time.

3. Create a comic strip. Add captions that use 5 of your words.

4. Write the words in ABC order.

5. Write the words in reverse ABC order.

6. Write a TV ad for a product that uses 5 of your spelling words.

7. Find each word in the dictionary. Copy a definition for each one.

8.  Cut each spelling word out of a newspaper or magazine. Glue all the words on a piece of paper.

9. Write a sentence for each spelling word, but leave out the spelling words. List all the words on the page. Ask a family member to add the correct spelling word to each sentence.

Remember: Spelling homework not only prompts students to practice their spelling words. It can also help engage family members in the learning process.

10. Find each word in the dictionary. Write the page number on which it appears and the guide words at the top of the page.

11.  Write each word in a sentence. Make pictures for 3 sentences.

12. Write your spelling words. Add a rhyming word next to each one.

13. Write a story that uses 10 spelling words. Remember: Spelling homework not only prompts students to practice their spelling words. It can also help get family members involved in the learning process.

14. Scramble each spelling word. Have a family member unscramble the words and sign your paper.

15. Spell your words with alphabet pasta. Glue them onto paper.

16. Cut out paper letters for half of the words and glue onto paper.

17. Make a word search puzzle in which you hide all of your spelling words. Give it to a family member to solve and sign.

18. For a different type of word search, draw a Boggle-type game board. Make sure it contains at least 5 of your spelling words. See if a family member can find the spelling words.

19.  Make two copies of your spelling words on index cards. Use the cards to play a memory or "Concentration" game with a family member.

20. Write each word forwards and backwards.

Find our next 20 ideas here .

Ideas for using our list:

At the beginning of the week , give students a written list of 5 of these  ideas. Ask them to complete them in any order throughout the week.

Or, make a monthly spelling calendar. Write a different idea on the calendar for each school day in the month.

For more spelling homework ideas:

Need more ideas? See this list of 20 more homework ideas and/or our AnyWord Spelling Practice eBooks . 

Fun spelling practice ideas - Great ways for kids to help each other practice writing almost any spelling words. Time saver for you!

For additional spelling practice, try our spelling worksheets and spelling word games . 

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Ks1 Spelling List

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