Most adults misspell millennium, but this student mastered it by researching the word and including it on his individualized spelling list. Second graders should choose about six words a week, while older children should choose about ten. Short lists will reduce the time needed for partner quizzes and other spelling activities, leaving more time for reading and writing. Make sure lists are composed of words and patterns that your students use. Don't underestimate the power of recycling words.
Continued practice is a good way to build spelling consciousness.
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