We use the Spalding Spelling Method to teach phonics and spelling skills. Your child's spelling list will be assigned according to their current spelling levels. In addition, there may also be words from the 5th grade Fry Word list every week (words not included in Spalding) as well as words they will need for science, social studies or math. Spelling tests are on Fridays.
Students are responsible for taking their words, and other homework home. For the first few weeks only, I will send the words home by email as well. It is expected, however, that each child be responsible with this and not depend on their parents to provide these after the first few weeks of practicing the procedures.
Students are expected to know all 70 phonograms by the end of the year. (most will know them by now.) If your child is new to Hawthorn or needs extra help on their Phonograms, a slideshow with sound is available. Just let me know, and I'd be glad to email it to you!
Students are responsible for taking their words, and other homework home. For the first few weeks only, I will send the words home by email as well. It is expected, however, that each child be responsible with this and not depend on their parents to provide these after the first few weeks of practicing the procedures.
Students are expected to know all 70 phonograms by the end of the year. (most will know them by now.) If your child is new to Hawthorn or needs extra help on their Phonograms, a slideshow with sound is available. Just let me know, and I'd be glad to email it to you!