Practise and apply spelling homonyms
I can use a range of strategies to practise spelling homonyms.
Practise and apply spelling homonyms
I can use a range of strategies to practise spelling homonyms.
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Key learning points
- A homonym is a word which has the same spelling but multiple meanings.
- The meaning of a homonym is dependent on the context.
- Using the strategy 'pyramid letters' is a useful practice strategy.
- How to spell the curriculum word: surprise.
Keywords
Homonym - 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.
Pronunciation - the way a word or language is spoken, including the sounds, stress and intonation patterns
Common misconception
Children may not understand the difference between 'homophone' and 'homonym'.
Give specific examples of homophones (e.g. hair and hare) and homonyms (e.g. bark) and discuss the differences.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the correct definitions.
words that look the same, but have different meanings
words that sound the same, but have different spellings
the way a word or language is spoken
Q2.What word class is the word 'lead' in this sentence? The pipes were lined with lead.
Q3.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. The brite sun was shining in my eyes.
Q4.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. The fligh landed on the piece of fruit.
Q5.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in this sentence: She had to tair a piece of paper.
Q6.Order the steps for the 'big letters' strategy.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Choose the correct spelling of the missing word. It was a huge __________!
Q2.Match the words to the correct definitions.
words that look the same, but have different meanings
words that sound the same, but have different spellings
the way a word or language is spoken