Spelling a selection of homophones
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can spell words that sound the same (homophones).
Key learning points
- Two or more words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings are called homophones.
- We can use the context of a sentence to figure out the spelling of the homophone.
- There are no spelling rules for homophones so we must learn them by sight.
- We can look for naughty letters to help us to remember tricky spellings.
- How to spell the curriculum words: century, breath and breathe.
Keywords
Homophones - words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings
Spelling - the act of forming words by arranging letters in the correct order
Common misconception
Homophones sound the same so pupils 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.
Teacher tip
Supplement lessons with images for each homophone to help solidify understanding as well as lots of opportunities to share their own sentences to check understanding.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Identify the correct definition of a homophone.
Q2.Put the strategy in the correct order.
Q3.Choose the correct spelling to complete the following sentence: I tied a __________ in my shoes laces.
Q4.Match the homophones.
Q5.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. Hang your coat over heer.
Q6.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. If you listen carefully you will hiere the birds.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Select the pair of homophones.
Q2.Match the homophones.
Q3.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. The hurd of sheep had been moved to a new field.
Q4.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. She blushed when I gave her a complament.
Q5.Choose the correct spelling to complete the following sentence: The rain will __________ our plan to have a picnic.
Q6.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence: Take a deep bref and relax.
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