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Lesson 11 of 12
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- Year 4
Investigating homophones
I can spell homophones and revise previously taught homophones.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Words that are pronounced the same but have different spellings and meanings are called homophones.
- Unlike other words we have investigated, there are no patterns for homophones.
- The way a word is spelt and its place within a sentence will tell us its meaning.
- How to spell the curriculum words: straight, caught and possess.
Keywords
Homophone - words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings
Common misconception
Homophones sound the same, so they may rely on previous spelling rules and so, spell them the same.
Spend time showing each word in a sentence, use images to support understanding and make sure each homophone is practised using a strategy.
Make learning homophones fun by using a variety of creative strategies. Link the words with others e.g. Hear with your ears. Here is a place - like there and where. Look for small words in a word e.g. there's a pie in piece. A piece of pie.
Teacher tip
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the correct definitions.
Match the words to the correct definitions.
Q2.Choose the correct spelling to complete the following sentence. I tied a __________ in my shoes laces.
Choose the correct spelling to complete the following sentence. I tied a __________ in my shoes laces.
not
Q3.Match the homophones.
Match the homophones.
Q4.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. Make sure you bough when you meet them.
Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. Make sure you bough when you meet them.
bou
bowe
bau
Q5.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. I shot the arrow from my boa.
Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. I shot the arrow from my boa.
bo
bowe
Q6.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence. I enjoyed myself at the Christmas fare.
Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence. I enjoyed myself at the Christmas fare.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Select the pair of homophones.
Select the pair of homophones.
medallion
metal
Q2.Match the homophones.
Match the homophones.
Q3.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. My keys are over ther.
Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. My keys are over ther.
their
they're
Q4.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. The river's curant was very strong.
Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. The river's curant was very strong.
currant
currint
curent
Q5.Choose the correct spelling to complete the following sentence. I picked a __________ from the bush.
Choose the correct spelling to complete the following sentence. I picked a __________ from the bush.
bury
beret
berree
Q6.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence. She confidently cort the ball.
Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence. She confidently cort the ball.
