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6.5.1 Mechanics of Writing: Spelling

English · Grade 9 · 2 lessons in the design

What this covers

  • Homonyms, homophones, double consonants and double vowels
  • Commonly misspelt words and strategies for spelling them
  • Dictation, spelling games and using target words in sentences

What you will be able to do

  • recognise homonyms, homophones, double consonants and double vowels in written texts
  • spell commonly misspelt words for writing fluency
  • value the importance of correct spelling in written communication

Key questions

“Why are some words commonly misspelt?”

“Why is it important to spell words correctly?”

Lessons

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  1. Homonyms, homophones and tricky words
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Tell homophones and homonyms apart, and learn strategies for spelling commonly misspelt words.
  2. Double consonants and double vowels
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Recognise and spell words with double consonants and double vowels, and prove it in a dictation.