Parents can help their children become better spellers by providing them with lots of opportunities to practice their spelling in fun and relaxed ways. For example, have your child practice spelling words in unexpected materials (such as shaving cream, finger paint, sand, or magnetic letters) rather than using a piece of paper and a pencil. Another great way to help children become better spellers is to incorporate writing into the everyday fun activities that you share. For example, ask your child to help you write a grocery list or send a letter to a friend or family member. You can also try playing word games like Scrabble Junior or Bananagrams and do words searches that match your child’s interests.
