Spelling homonyms
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can identify the meaning and the correct pronunciation of homonyms based on their context.
Key learning points
- Two or more words that are spelt the same but have different meanings are called homonyms.
- Some homonyms are spelt the same, but have contrasting sounds and different meanings (e.g. tear, wind, wound or read).
- The meaning and word class of homonyms can be determined by their context.
- How to spell the curriculum words: community and leisure.
Keywords
Homoynm - words that have the same spelling or pronunciation as other words but a different meaning.
Homophone - words that sound the same, but have different spellings and meanings
Word class - different types of words that are used to form sentences
Context - the surrounding words or sentences that help determine the meaning of a word or phrase
Common misconception
Pupils may pronounce homonyms incorrectly in sentences.
Show pupils that we can use the context of the sentence to help us uncover the meaning of the homonym and therefore its pronunciation.
Teacher tip
Various contexts and use of images can support with solidifying children's understanding of both homonyms and homophones.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the homophones.
guessed
aloud
herd
isle
Q2.Put the strategy in the correct order.
Q3.What word class is the word 'lead' in this sentence? The pipes were lined with lead.
Q4.Identify the nouns in this sentence: An enormous wave crashed against the rocks.
Q5.Identify the verb in this sentence: An enormous wave crashed against the rocks.
Q6.Correct the spelling of the word in bold: Take a deep breathe and count to ten.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the correct definitions.
words that look the same, but have different meanings
words that sound exactly the same, but have different spellings
words that sound similar to other words but have a different spelling
Q2.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. The paper had a tair in it because it was ripped.
Q3.What word class is the word 'wound' in this sentence? I wound the hands of the clock to tell the time.
Q4.What word class is the word 'match' in this sentence? Pass me a match so I can light a fire.
Q5.Identify the sentences that apply to homonyms.
Q6.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence. The comunitey came together to clean up the litter.
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