Spellings Dictation Year 3 and Year 4 - Worksheet

The 'Spellings Dictation' worksheet is a valuable teaching resource for Year 3 and Year 4 students, aimed at reinforcing their understanding and memory of statutory spellings. The worksheet is structured into three sections, each corresponding to a school term – Autumn, Spring, and Summer. For each term, a set of sentences is provided, each containing one or more key spelling words that students are expected to have learnt. These words are highlighted in bold, and students must write the sentences from memory after the teacher dictates them. The exercise helps in assessing the children's ability to accurately spell the words and use appropriate punctuation, including capital letters, full stops, and question marks.

During the dictation process, the teacher reads out each sentence two to three times, allowing the students to write them down as neatly and accurately as possible. Marks are awarded for correct spelling of the bold words and the correct use of punctuation at the end of each sentence. The exercise covers a wide range of vocabulary, from everyday words like 'appear' and 'breathe' to more complex terms like 'peculiar' and 'possession'. Additionally, challenge questions are included to further test the students' grasp of the vocabulary in more complicated sentences. This activity not only enhances spelling skills but also aids in the development of listening and writing competencies.