Find the Words
This is a fun vocabulary activity you can use with your class once they have learned half the number of words as there are students (i.e., 20 students=10 words). Divide the class in half. Give each student in Group A … Continued
‘le’ or ‘al’???
When you hear /l/ at the end of a word with more than one syllable, it is often difficult for children to know whether to write ‘l’, ‘ll’, ‘le’, ‘el’ or ‘al’. However, with some orthographic knowledge it is possible … Continued
Improving Written Expression
Improving the writing skills of students having difficulty in this area is not easy. There are several key components underlying students’ writing difficulties: A failure to plan and effectively organise their writing. Difficulty in writing a sufficient quantity of text … Continued
Explicit Vocabulary Instruction
Building vocabulary has been identified as one of the core elements that needs to be included in reading instruction for ‘at risk’ students. Vocabulary includes all words used, both orally and in the written form, which are required in order to … Continued