In a practical, hands-on way, your student will learn:
When to use ch or tch for the sound of /ch/
When to use the three ways to spell the sound of /j/
How to add prefixes
Additional ways to spell the sound of /er/
Spelling strategies that will help him tackle longer words with ease
and much more!
You’ll appreciate the organization, thought and research that went into this program as you work with your student on:
Word Sort activities that help your student practice the multiple ways of spelling one sound
The Spelling Review Box that helps you organize the flashcards so you can quickly see which words, phonograms, and spelling rules your student still needs to learn and review. (Flashcards and dividers are included; you supply the 3x5” index card box.)
Concept-oriented spelling lists that are grouped by similar phonograms and spelling rules. This accelerates learning by organizing ideas in the student’s mind and allowing the student to concentrate on and master one or two main concepts before moving on.
Word Banks that help your student build visual memory of words
The Writing Station activity that gives your student a creative outlet for applying new knowledge. This activity provides the practice and structure he needs to achieve the goal of correct spelling outside the classroom.
Tips for the teacher that anticipate and provide answers to your questions and give you on-the-spot strategies for helping your student overcome stumbling blocks. Worked seamlessly into the lessons, tips are placed right where you need them, when you need them, so you can continue your teaching uninterrupted.
The Homophone Pairs activity that provides more practice for the student to recognize and choose the correct homophone in his own writing.
Prefix Tiles that are a different size and color than the letter tiles so your student can learn the rules for adding prefixes without confusion and easily recognize and choose the correct prefix when building new words.
The Progress Chart gives your student a visual reminder of how far he has come and motivates him to master the next step.
The 27 steps of Level Four progress in a logical, sequential order.
Here's what others have said about All About Spelling
My daughter is successful!
"We have tried a few other spelling programs, and this is the first on that has worked! My daughter is successful at spelling for the first time. The multisensory approach and built-in review make it enjoyable and easy for both of us!"
-Mary Mires
Every teacher should teach spelling with this system
"Every teacher should teach spelling with this system. I am convinced that if this were done, we would see a decrease in LD identifications. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
Kristin Drach
Former school administrator
Just what I needed!
"These clear, concise lesson plans are just what I needed--and the steps targeting different learning modalities are just what my children needed. I am using the program with my twelve- and seven-year-old sons and my nine-year-old daughter. For the first time in our six-year journey, I am not overwhelmed at the thought of teaching spelling."
-Rita Henley
Homeschooling parent
Having a blast!
“We are still having a blast with All About Spelling! I continue to marvel at how well you have laid this out.”
From the moment I started to look over this program, I knew I was going to like it. Marie Rippel has done a wonderful job of simplifying one of the most difficult subjects to teach with all the different rules to remember. The materials are so well organized!
Using in our Charter School
Jan 20, 2010
Liz Gomez
US
What a breath of fresh air to work with such a user-friendly program. Many thanks!
- Liz Gomez
Educational Specialist
Golden Valley Charter School
My son loves spelling now!
Jan 20, 2010
Cheryl Bastarache
US
My oldest son hated spelling and was falling behind his middle brother. Now he thinks spelling is funand its become one of his favorite subjects! I wish I had used AAS from the beginning. Keep up the great work!
No more "test and forget!"
Jan 20, 2010
Margaret Delle
US
This is a program that I wish was around when I was a kid, because I well remember the Monday-morning spelling list, the frantic studying and memorization, and the Friday-morning spelling test which was the routine for all my years in elementary school. I have definitely become a fan of multisensory learning for retention, rather than rote learning and memorization where the student forgets what he learned the second hes finished his test.
Great Customer Service!
Dec 4, 2009
Christina Gunn
US
Greg over at customer service is just AWESOME ! Thanks for your excellent service. I certainly must extend a HUGE, SINCERE THANK YOU to the creator of this program, Marie Rippel, as well. She has certainly gone above and beyond to present our kids with an effective fun tool for learning some very basics that will pave their way to a lifetime of success in learning.
Strap on your fun hat!
Dec 4, 2009
Regenia Spoerndle
US
All About Spelling, designed by literary expert Marie Rippel, is a FANTASTIC, multi-sensory approach to spelling education. Throw away the workbooks, strap on your fun hat and be ready to make spelling the favorite subject of the day.
All About Spelling is the smartest, most creative and child friendly spelling program I have ever come across in my 14 years of home education. I never thought I would be excited about a spelling curriculum, but this one sends me singing on the mountain tops. All About Spelling speaks to the child in the way she learns best.
Teacher for twenty-five...
Nov 7, 2009
Jean Wensink
US
Wow! You have sure done a terrific job of packing in a lot of information and helpful hints. I really love the way you have the program formatted, with introduction, mastery, and review already built in. The instructions are very clear and the step-by-step dialogue is easy to follow. The spelling rules are very helpful. I know that I was never taught these rules in school, and I have never taught all of them to my students. In most schools, the rules are taught in a hit-or-miss way, not in the sequential way that you have laid out. I can see that your method would be especially helpful for L.D. or special needs students. I learned a lot from your books.
Even my 16 yo is learning!
Nov 7, 2009
Polly Owens
US
I continue to tell everyone I can about your product. I can't thank you enough for giving us this program. My son would beg not to do lessons before. With AAS, he asks to do it and we have a lot of fun with it! Even my three-year-old is learning along with us. She reviews the phonogram cards and plays the games with us. My sixteen-year-old even likes to listen in. She can frequently be heard saying, "Oh, that makes sense...I always wondered why it was spelled like that." Thank you for making a teacher-friendly program!
Primary teacher since 1977
Oct 16, 2009
Audrey Owen
CA
I have your books and I have to tell you I'm gob-smacked! (That's a good thing!) All About Spelling demystifies spelling for both teachers and children.
My kids beg to do AAS!
Oct 16, 2009
Kristie...
US
Thanks for all the hard work that has gone into this curriculum. My children beg to do spelling every day. My oldest child's spelling skills have jumped two grade levels. All About Spelling has been the only thing that has turned on that lightbulb for him. My daughter's reading is improving as she is learning spelling, too!
Easy to Use!
Oct 8, 2009
Becky Young
US
I have been using your All About Spelling curriculum to teach my three children spelling this year. It is a wonderful program, and is so easy to use.
Great teaching manual!
Sep 8, 2009
Julie
NV US
Tips boxes in the teacher's manual are extremely helpful. They give you options on how to help your child if they're struggling with a new concept or rule.
The very best spelling program...
Aug 14, 2008
Joy Felton
UK
A quick note to thank you for sending the Level Four materials so quickly. When hubby, John, and I visit the States we always make a beeline for Barnes and Noble, Borders, and local educational stores to stock up on homeschool materials--but not spelling as we already own the very best program there is. Thanks again to you and your team.
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