The Tricky Business of Spelling: A Digging Deeper Dialogue

Are you ready to help your students take their spelling skills to the next level? We discuss spelling development and the benefits of invented spelling, word sorts, and personalized word walls. We also explore practical strategies that empower kids to become confident spellers and make the most of an "Editing Minute." Whether you're a teacher or a parent, our episode contains valuable tips to help your students succeed. Tune in now!

Go Deeper:

• Be the First Reader of Your Writing
• Beyond the Weekly Word List
• Does Spelling Still Matter – and If So, How Should It Be Taught? Perspectives from Contemporary and Historical Research
• Editing Along the Way… Often in 5 Minutes or Less
• “Just Keep Swimming”: Spelling Strategies
• Resources Teachers Can Share with Families: Spelling and Handwriting
• Something Do-Able to Try: The Editing Minute
• Spelling K-8: Planning and Teaching by Diane Snowball and Faye Bolton
• Spelling Words for Kids: Resetting Our Workshop Practices
• Why Invented Spelling Matters

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