Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to improve your spelling skills while having fun with LEGO.
Materials and Prep
- LEGO bricks
- Pen or pencil
- Spelling words list
No prior knowledge or preparation is required for this lesson.
Activities
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Build and Spell
Choose a spelling word from the list. Use LEGO bricks to build each letter of the word. As you build each letter, say the letter out loud and spell the word. For example, if the word is "cat," you would build the letters C, A, and T with LEGO bricks. This activity will help you visualize and remember the spelling of each word.
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Word Tower
Take a few LEGO bricks and stack them vertically to create a tower. Choose a spelling word and write each letter of the word on separate LEGO bricks. Stack the bricks on top of each other to form a tower with the word spelled out. Repeat this activity with different spelling words. This activity will help you practice spelling words in a hands-on and creative way.
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Spelling Race
Create a race track using LEGO bricks. Write down a list of spelling words. Place a LEGO car at the starting line. When you read a word out loud, spell it correctly before moving the car forward one space. Keep spelling and moving the car until you reach the finish line. Challenge yourself to complete the race as fast as possible. This activity will help you practice spelling words under time pressure.
Seventh Grade Talking Points
- "Spelling is an important skill to have as it helps us communicate effectively in written form."
- "Using LEGO bricks to practice spelling can make the learning process more engaging and enjoyable."
- "Building each letter of a word with LEGO bricks can help us visualize and remember the spelling of the word."
- "Creating word towers with LEGO bricks allows us to practice spelling in a hands-on and creative way."
- "Spelling races with LEGO cars can help us improve our spelling speed and accuracy."