Learn Spelling Rules: Dropping And Adding ‘y’ And Plurals (7-11 years) - Activity Pack (3)

The Activity Pack for children aged 7 to 11 years introduces a fundamental spelling rule: how to form plurals from singular nouns that end in particular consonant sounds. Challenge 6 of the pack focuses on words ending in 'ss', 'sh', 'ch', 'x', and 'zz'. The rule is simple yet crucial for young learners to grasp – when a singular word ends with one of these sounds, one must add 'es' to make it plural. This rule helps in understanding how singular words like 'wasp', 'fox', and 'splash' transform into 'wasps', 'foxes', and 'splashes' when referring to more than one.

Additionally, the pack highlights that this spelling rule is not limited to nouns but also applies to verbs in certain contexts. For example, when describing the action of a horse being transported, we say, "A horse travels in a horse box," but when referring to multiple horses, it becomes "Horses travel in horse boxes." Similarly, "Zoggy takes a riding class" changes to "He takes riding classes" when it's a regular activity. Through engaging challenges and the character Zoggy's fun prompts, children are encouraged to practice this spelling rule, enhancing their grasp of English plurals and verb conjugations.