SuperSpell Word Lists

The SuperSpell word lists 1-138 are designed to develop spelling strategies based on grapho-phonic, visual and morphemic information. Word lists 1-78 are structured to develop a knowledge of grapho-phonic spelling patterns. Word lists 79-138 are based on prefixes, suffixes, compound words and homophones, and are structured to develop spelling skills based on a knowledge of word meanings. Word lists 139-143 contain one hundred commonly misspelt words often referred to as 'spelling demons'.

Word lists 144-160 contain three hundred and forty high frequency sight words. These words account for 70-80 per cent of the most frequently spoken and written words in everyday usage of the English language. It is very important that all beginner writers learn to spell these high frequency sight words. It will give them a tremendous boost in confidence knowing that they can spell three out of every four words they use in their writing.

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