Why Spelling?
Spelling instruction is an integral part of your child's reading and writing development. In First Grade, students develop phonemic awareness and understanding of the many spelling patterns used in the English language. In my class, your child will be introduced to a new spelling pattern every week. A pretest of spelling words will be given on Monday to determine your child's understanding of the spelling pattern. Your child will be assigned a list of words based on his/her understanding. During the week, your child will be given the opportunity to practice using words and applying spelling patterns through word work activities, dictation, and phonetic practice during phonics instruction and daily work stations.
Your child will take their Spelling Homework Notebook home on Monday and return it to school on Friday. Your child will select 1 assignment from the homework menu to be completed in their notebook. Please refer to the Week at a Glance to check which nights spelling homework should be completed.