Description
Book SynopsisAchieve the best possible standard with this bestselling book of traditional practice and guidance.
First Aid in Spelling provides all the help and support needed for learning and practising the complete range of spelling rules and high-frequency words. It is suitable for both native English speakers and students of English as a second language and can be used in class, or as a reference and revision book.
- Develops a strong basis of understanding with core topics covered in clear and accessible language
- Improves student''s ability to work through problems with plenty of practice exercises and revision tests
- Reflects its international readership with terms and information that are appropriate for students worldwide
Table of Contents
- : 1. Remembering spelling
- : a syllabification
- : b pronunciation
- : c using senses -See Say Cover Write Check
- : d trace, copy, recall method
- : e reverse chaining - by letter/by syllable
- : f highlight the hard parts
- : g separate affixes from the main spelling word
- : h look for smaller words within the words
- : i make up spelling tips
- : j personal notebook of challenging words
- : 2. Spelling rules
- : a plural nouns
- : b affixes (prefixes and suffixes
- : c compounds
- : d Soft 'c' words
- : e Soft 'g' words
- : f ie and ei
- : g ai and ia
- : 3 Sounds and letters
- : a alphabet - consonants and vowels
- : b consonant blends
- : c short vowel sounds
- : d silent 'e'
- : e long vowel sounds
- : f double letters: cc, tt, rr, nn, mm, ll, ss
- : g word endings
- : i silent letters
- : 4 Verbs: present, past, irregular
- : 5 Apostrophes: contractions, possession
- : 6 Vocabulary extension:
- : a synonyms
- : b antonyms
- : c homonyms
- : d confusing words
- : e commonly misspelt/one word or two?
- : f difficult words - appear illogical
- : 7 Vocabulary lists:
