Extra Credit Spelling Activities

The following is a list of spelling activities that students can complete to help them practice their spelling words at home.  Extra credit will be given!!

1.     Write spelling words in alphabetical order

2.     Write each spelling word without its vowels.  Replace each vowel with a line.

3.     Write spelling words in crayon or pen.  Write each consonant letter in red and each vowel in blue.

4.     Write the spelling words and cross out all the silent letters.

5.     Print each spelling word.  Next to it practice writing it in cursive.

6.     Make a set of flashcards for the spelling words.  Use them to study.

7.     Write each spelling word three times.

8.     Write each spelling word in a rainbow of colors.  First, write the words with red crayon.  Trace over the words with a blue crayon.  Finally trace the words again with a green crayon.

9.     Write you spelling words with all the letters scrambled up.  Then ask a parent or sibling to unscramble the words.  Correct that person’s work.

10.           Write each spelling word.  Next to it, write two additional words of at least three letters that can be spelled using the letters in the word.  Example:  the word pickle can be used to make the words lick, pick, and lip.

11.           Write a sentence using each spelling word.  Correct spelling and grammar count!

12.           Take a practice spelling test at home given by a parent.  Write and incorrect spelled words three times.

13.           Draw and color a picture.  “Hide” the words in the picture.  Please do not color over the words.

14.           Write the spelling words on cards (make two sets) and play “Memory Match” with them against a sibling or parent.

If any of these extra spelling activities are done throughout the week (IN ADDITION TO their regular spelling homework) please have your child bring them in to school and your child will receive 2 extra credit points to be added to your child's final quarter grade.