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Spelling and Writing

Spelling and writing activities.

44 Sounds in Spelling: The Dipthongs

How to teach spelling. 44 sounds in spelling, Dipthong words.

Learning the Diagraphs in Spelling and Sounds

Spelling lists and spelling patterns. 44 sounds in spelling, the spelling blends.

Learning the Blends in Spelling and Sounds

Spelling lists and spelling patterns. 44 sounds in spelling, the spelling blends.

The 44 Sounds in English Language

How to teach spelling. The 44 sounds in the English language.

Teaching Writing

How to help children write. The types of sentences.

Christmas Writing Worksheets

Christmas Writing Worksheets

R Controlled Words for Word Study

R controlled vowel worksheets. R controlled vowel word wall words. Word study for r controlled vowels

The Do's and Don'ts of Spelling Lists

How to teach spelling. The do's and don'ts of spelling. Spelling lists.

Why Cursive Writing?

Cursive Writing for Learning Disabled. Why cursive writing is better for learning disabled students.

Language and reading disabilities.

Language and reading disabilities. Diagnosing difficulties in reading.

Figures of Speech. Figurative vs Literal language.

Figurative language. Figures of speech. Figurative language lesson for students.

Cloze Worksheets.

Close worksheets. Free Dolch worksheets for everyday words.

Teaching Struggling Readers: Step 1

Beginner readers support. Reading difficulty help. Teach comprehension. How to teach reading.

Printing Worksheets

Alphabet worksheets. Printing worksheets. Handwriting.

Family Literacy Lessons

Helpful lessons to support enhanced literacy at home. Includes printables and teaching suggestions.

Resources for Literacy

Regardless of the reading difficulties, you'll find a wealth of resources to assist improvement in literacy.

Especially For Parents

Parents wishing to help improve literacy with their children will find this site to be extremely helpful. Strategies and tips provided.

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