Learn the correct spelling of words through systematic instruction. Spell previously studied words correctly in final writing products. Teacher encourages students to use their awareness of speech sounds when spelling unfamiliar words. Help students choose words they want to spell correctly and create picture dictionary. Teacher provides focused instruction and practice using words with repeated phonic elements.
Teacher provides instruction to write using words determined from previously learned words.
Ask students to spell words which were corrected in their writing. Qualitative and quantitative spelling tests. Writing Use correct upper and lower case letter formation when writing. Teacher provides explicit instruction and monitored practice. Teacher provides examples and opportunity for students to produce their own writing.