Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to practice spelling words using pencil and paper.

Materials and Prep

• Pencil
• Paper

No additional preparation is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Word Hunt

   Choose a book or a magazine and find at least five words that you don't know how to spell. Write each word down on a separate piece of paper. Then, using a pencil, try to spell each word correctly. Check your spelling using a dictionary or by asking an adult for help.

2. Spelling Bee

   Ask an adult or a sibling to give you a list of ten words to spell. Write down each word on a piece of paper, leaving enough space between each word. Use your pencil to spell each word correctly. After you finish, have the adult or sibling check your spelling.

3. Create Your Own Story

   Think of a fun and imaginative story that you would like to write. Start by writing the title of your story at the top of a piece of paper using your pencil. Then, as you write your story, make sure to spell all the words correctly. Take your time and enjoy the process of creating your own story!

Third Grade Talking Points

• "Spelling is important because it helps us communicate clearly in writing."
• "When we come across words we don't know how to spell, we can use different strategies to figure them out."
• "Using a dictionary or asking for help from an adult can assist us in spelling words correctly."
• "Spelling bees are a fun way to test our spelling skills and challenge ourselves."
• "Creating our own stories allows us to practice spelling while being creative and expressing our ideas."