Empower your students with an understanding of how the English spelling system really works (beyond just phonics) - starting with this simple and very easily-mastered rule - When to use C, K, or CK at the beginning or the end of a word.
The Two Practice Sheets include:
When to use a <c> or a <k> at the beginning of a word (initial sound)
When to use a <k> or <ck> at the end of a word (final sound)
A clear visual diagram explaining the rule
A short and memorable written statement explaining the rule
Opportunities to successfully apply understanding with multiple levels of words
Answers keys for student self-marking or class discussion if desired
The Five Highly-Visual Explanation Pages Include:
When to use a <c> or a <k> at the beginning of a word (initial sound)
When to use a <k> or <ck> at the end of a word (final sound)
Why some words appear to not follow the rules (koala, kangaroo, etc.)
Why we need to use a <k> and not a <c> before <e>, <i>, or <y>
Which words can end with <c> (e.g. words with suffix <-ic>)
Enlarge the explanation visuals to use as posters or teaching aids, or project them on your screen. Then have students complete the practice sheets. Students (and you) will be amazed how ‘easy’ it is to get every word right (even the more difficult words), once they know the rule. These explanations and practice sheets are not ‘cutesy’ or ‘babyish’, so they’re suitable for all ages.
After your students have completed this lesson, encourage them to be on the lookout for more examples of <c>, <k> and <ck> words. You could even create an interactive Word Inquiry or spelling bulletin board for them to add their discoveries to throughout the year (post-it notes work really well for this).
Ways to Use:
Whole Class Teaching
Focus on one spelling concept, pattern, or convention at a time. Enlarge each explanation page or project onto your screen. Have students complete the practice sheets afterwards.
Individuals
When students make a spelling mistake or ask you how to spell a word, you can now direct them to a poster explaining why the word is spelled the way it is, or remind them of the rules you have studied and the practice they have done.
Small Groups
Group students according to their spelling needs when you notice a few students making the same kinds of errors. Conduct mini-lessons using this resource.
Display Set up a spelling or word study bulletin board - you and your students can add more examples to the display throughout the year, as you discover more words.
Teachable Moments
Seize each teachable moment during class read-alouds, science lessons, unit discussions, or any time an interesting word appears. Have students discuss what the word means (its etymology), how it is built (its morphology) and the letters used to represent how it sounds (its phonology). Add to a class word-study display or book. Links to resources for researching words are included.
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