Common Exception Words - Set 4 - PowerPoint

A set of English teaching resources focused on spelling is designed to assist Year 1 students in mastering common exception words, also known as 'tricky words'. These are words that do not conform to the usual spelling rules, often causing confusion due to their unexpected pronunciation. The set comprises a PowerPoint presentation aimed at practising the spelling of these words through various engaging activities. Students are encouraged to use the words in sentences, enhancing their understanding and retention. For instance, they might construct sentences such as "Joe has a pet dog" or "The cat is sleeping," using the exception words 'has' and 'is' respectively.

The teaching resources include interactive exercises where words are covered, prompting students to recall and spell them correctly. Teachers read out the tricky words, and students are challenged to spell them within a limited time frame. Additionally, the PowerPoint slides feature colourful ladybirds named after the exception words, adding a fun element to the learning process. To consolidate their learning, students are provided with worksheets where they must write sentences using each tricky word, such as 'has', 'is', 'his', 'was', and 'were'. This comprehensive approach to learning common exception words aims to build confidence in young learners as they navigate the complexities of English spelling.