Spelling Activities
1. Write all spelling words in alphabetical order.
2. Write each spelling word without its vowels. Replace each vowel with a line.
3. Write all spelling words in crayon or pen. Write each consonant letter in red and each vowel in blue.
4. Write the words and cross out all of silent letters.
5. Print each word. Next to it, write the word in cursive.
6. Make a set of flashcards for studying your words. (Get a parent signature in your notebook.)
7. Write each spelling word three times.
8, Write each spelling word in a rainbow of colors. First, write the words with a red crayon. Trace over the words with a blue crayon. Finally, trace the words again with a green crayon.
9. Write your words with all the letters scrambled up. Then ask a parent or sibling to unscramble the words in your notebook. Correct that person’s work.
10. Write each spelling word. Next to each word, 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, like, and lip.
11. Use each spelling word in a sentence. Correct spelling and grammar count!
12. Take a practice test at home given by a parent. Write any missed word 3 times each. (Include a parent signature).
13. Draw and color a picture. "Hide" the words in the picture. Please do not color over the words.
14. Write all spelling words on cards (make two sets) and play "Memory Match" with them against a sibling or parent. (Get a parent signature in your notebook.)
15. Use a thesaurus to write a synonym for each word.
16. Make and complete a word search using www.puzzlemaker.com (Get a parent signature in your notebook.)
17. Write a letter to a friend/relative, in proper letter format, using all of the spelling words. Underline each word.
18. Cut out letters from headlines or ads in newspapers or magazines. Use the letters to spell your spelling words. Paste the letters in your notebook.
19. Write a rap song using all of your spelling words.
20. Use ALL of your spelling words to write a short story. Your story must include all of your spelling words.
21. Use a dictionary to write a definition for each word. (You can borrow a dictionary from school if you do not have one at home.)
22. Practice your words on www.spellingcity.com. (Get a parent signature in your notebook.)
