To develop a stronger understanding of effective spelling instruction, try the exercise below, read the recommended articles, and watch our Launching Young Readers program, Writing and Spelling.
Look
Look at a student’s writing. Identify which stage the writer is in.
Read
Read the articles Word Study: Learning Word Patterns by Diane Henry Leipzing and How to Study Spelling Words by Bruce Murray
Watch
Watch Writing and Spelling , a 30-minute program from our Launching Young Readers series.
Certificate of completion
Reading Rockets does not offer CEUs for this self-study course. After successfully answering the post-test questions, you’ll be able to download a certificate of completion.