First up, I’d like to thank Lory at Fun for First.
She posted the coolest idea for spelling a couple of days ago and I stole it right from under her. It was a HUGE success with my kids. You really need to try it. We actually did this for the last two days in a row. I don’t know what Lory’s calling it …. but maybe Spelling Art?
I spread a looooong piece of paper across three tables and asked the kids to practice their spelling words. I told them they could be as creative as they liked, but they had to print each word a few times (either separately or on top of the previous spelling).
Oooh, so pretty.
This little girl was so sweet. See how she has her hand against her forehead? That’s because I told them they couldn’t just chat away and write their words mindlessly, they had to really think about them and say the letters out loud when they were printing them. She has her eyes shut, face scrunched up, and is deep in thought. I love it!
Today after they had finished a bunch of words I let them cut out their own section and take it home. Yes! That was a big hit, too. Grade 1s are so easy to please.
I’m off to walk Max. Have a great evening!
Awwww, that spelling activity looks like a blast!HollyCrisscross Applesauce in First Grade
What a neat idea!I love your work on Mrs. Quimby's blog….beautiful!-MeganFirst Grade Magic
I checked out Mrs. Quimby's Readers and Writers and it's another home run! Really nice blog design!!! Barbara, you have a good eye and a gentle approach. Love it!DeeFirst Impressions
Thanks for the shout out Barbara, and especially thanks for helping me with my blog. I love this spelling idea and I am going to try it after vacation. Teaching is such a busy profession and blogging has created such a great circle. The community and sharing of ideas is over the moon!
Spelling art rocks! Thanks for sharing an activity my students will LOVE!Sincerely,Lori (luvyorkies@gmail.com)Teaching With Love and Laughter
Oh this does look fun! I love it when they are deep in thought!Bethany