Spellings Dictation Year 2 - Worksheet

The Year 2 spelling dictation worksheet is a comprehensive resource designed to help children master statutory spelling patterns and words through the academic year, divided into the autumn, spring, and summer terms. Each term focuses on a specific set of words that children are expected to learn and use correctly in sentences. For example, in the autumn term, words like 'badge', 'giant', and 'magic' are included, while the spring term covers words such as 'copying', 'hiking', and 'saddest'. The summer term introduces words like 'sun/son', 'beautiful', and 'people'. Children are encouraged to listen to sentences containing these words, read out loud 2-3 times, and then write them down as accurately as possible, paying attention to neat handwriting, correct spelling, capitalisation, and punctuation.

The worksheet provides sentences for each term that incorporate the target words in bold. These sentences are to be read to the children multiple times, allowing them time to transcribe them with precision. Marks are awarded for correct use of capital letters, accurate spelling of the bold words, and appropriate punctuation at the end of each sentence. The worksheet not only reinforces spelling but also aids in understanding the context in which these words are used. Additionally, there are challenge sentences provided for each term to further test the children's comprehension and spelling skills. These sentences are slightly more complex and offer an opportunity for children to apply their learning in a more advanced context.