Keys to Spelling Success

We all have different ways of learning which we call intelligences. Here are some different ways to apply those intelligences to learning how to spell. Each way uses a different intelligence of combination of intelligences, by applying your skills to these ways of practicing; you will see that studying your words becomes more rewarding. In addition, it helps to strengthen areas of intelligence that one does not normally choose to use. These various spelling activities are to be used on a weekly basis with the spelling list that is on the homework cover sheet. A minimum of three activities should be used weekly. The activity that was chosen needs to be written on the homework cover sheet in the space provided.

Keep this in a safe place, your homework folder, or on the refrigerator, etc., because you will need this for the entire school year. These are the activities you will choose from for your weekly homework.

 

# of the activity

Spelling Activity

# of the activity

Spelling Activity

1

Take an oral practice test. (logical/mathematical & interpersonal)

11

Sing spell your words to your favorite song. (musical)

2

Take a written practice test. (logical/mathematical & interpersonal)

12

Write your spelling words five times each. (linguistic)

3

Make up sentences using the words. (linguistic)

13

Tape record yourself spelling your words. (intrapersonal)

4

Make up flash cards with your words & practice reading them to someone. (interpersonal)

14

Fingerspell your words in the mirror or to an adult. (intrapersonal or interpersonal)

5

Using clay or playdough, roll the dough out like a snake & spell the words. (kinesthetic)

15

Create a crossword puzzle with clues & give to someone to solve. (spatial)

6

Smooth out some shaving cream on a cookie sheet & spell the words. (kinesthetic/logical)

16

Dial your words on the telephone. (kinesthetic)

7

Put your words in alphabetical order. (logical/mathematical)

17

Use pieces of yarn to spell your words on the floor. (kinesthetic)

8

Write your words using rainbow spelling. (spatial)

18

Make a word search with list & give to someone to solve. (interpersonal & spatial)

9

Make a list of words that rhyme with the spelling words. (musical & spatial)

19

Other

10

Dribble a ball or jump rope while spelling your words. (kinesthetic)

20

Other