MorganClassicalPrep Posted May 16, 2010 Share Posted May 16, 2010 My DD (4.5) LOVES to spell. Her favorite game in the car is to ask me how to spell words and then clap and say "That is correct" into her imaginary microphone. Lately I've been turning simpler words back and making her spell them. I think she would really enjoy starting a spelling program, but most of the suggestions I see are for 7-8 year olds. My DD is slightly advanced, can read CVC words and some other words, plus doing addition and subtraction with no formal instruction, and generally picks up everything quickly, but I don't want to overwhelm her and turn something she loves into hard work! Are there any spelling programs out there that are good for younger children, who aren't reading completely on their own? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twoxcell Posted May 16, 2010 Share Posted May 16, 2010 Have you looked at All About Spelling? I have heard of many people using it with kids who are still learning to read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 All 3 of my kids like AAS, yes even the 2yo wants a turn with the tiles on the white board. I think the beauty with this program is that you can make a lesson as long or short as you like which is essential for little ones IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mrsjamiesouth Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 www.spellingcity.com It is free computer games for spelling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlutterbyMommy Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 I second SpellingCity.com :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 I think AAS would be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyR Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 I would just get a simple spelling book and get some letter tiles. You can even do flashcards if you want and have her spell the worlds verbally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robsiew Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 We use AAS. My 4 y/o has been asking for "spelling". I just give him simple CVC words and he spells them with the tiles. If you don't want to invest in AAS I would just suggest letter tiles and simple words. It keeps them happy, but doesn't require "rules" to be learned so young. If you like AAS and think you'd use it I would highly recommend it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 I use Phonics Pathways for DD the Younger's reading/copywork (her request) and spelling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerryAtHope Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 Another AAS fan here :-). I think it would be a good fit because it's multi-sensory, and it uses letter tiles--so she wouldn't have to write everything. For younger kids it keeps spelling as something fun, and yet it introduces all of the rules in a systematic way. Plus, it incorporates phonics so it can help with reading too. I use it with older kids but wish I had had it when they were first learning! There's a link in my signature that shows some pictures. Merry :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted May 18, 2010 Share Posted May 18, 2010 I think AAS is a good choice too. The manipulatives are fun and the lessons are short and simple. DD7 likes it, and I'm waiting for DD4 to be ready too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorganClassicalPrep Posted May 23, 2010 Author Share Posted May 23, 2010 Sorry it's taken me so long to get back here... I forgot I had posted! :D Thank you everyone. I think we are going to continue with reading through the summer and add AAS in the fall. It seems like it would be a great program for us, especially since she is a somewhat reluctant writer these days, and still needs a reminder about how 1/3 of the letters are shaped. (i.e. I can write it on another piece of paper and she can easily replicate it, but has a hard time recalling it on her own) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerryAtHope Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 Sorry it's taken me so long to get back here... I forgot I had posted! :D Thank you everyone. I think we are going to continue with reading through the summer and add AAS in the fall. It seems like it would be a great program for us, especially since she is a somewhat reluctant writer these days, and still needs a reminder about how 1/3 of the letters are shaped. (i.e. I can write it on another piece of paper and she can easily replicate it, but has a hard time recalling it on her own) Oh, another good thing for kids in this stage--when you do have her write, have her write with her finger in sand or cornmeal, or on a carpet square, or on a baggie filled with shaving cream...Here's an article on tactile ways to practice spelling. She might also like using sidewalk chalk. And some of these will use more gross motor musles too, which is good for developing writing skills. Merry :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikkinic Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 I think all about spelling would be great for a child who is still learning how to read... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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