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Which subject	English
What topic	Spelling
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Lesson plan

Topic

Spelling

Objectives

• To enhance students' spelling skills through interactive activities.
• To develop an understanding of common spelling rules and exceptions.
• To encourage self-correction and peer feedback in spelling exercises.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed worksheets with spelling exercises
• Spelling rule chart
• Interactive spelling games (e.g., digital apps or board games)
• Markers, pencils, and erasers

Grade/Age Group

Year 7

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

Alignment with National Curriculum

This lesson aligns with the National Curriculum for English, focusing on improving spelling within written work and correct word usage according to the expected standards for Year 7 students.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Spelling	5 minutes	Briefly discuss the importance of spelling in communication.
2	Spelling Rules Overview	10 minutes	Introduce common spelling rules (e.g., 'i before e', doubling letters) with examples.
3	Guided Practice	5 minutes	Distribute worksheets; students complete exercises focusing on rules discussed.
4	Interactive Spelling Game	5 minutes	Conduct a spelling game in pairs to reinforce learning and encourage collaboration.
5	Independent Practice	5 minutes	Students complete a personal spelling test using words learned in class.
6	Review and Homework Setup	5 minutes	Review answers collectively, clarify any misunderstandings, and assign homework focused on spelling new vocabulary.

Homework

• Complete a worksheet that includes additional spelling exercises.
• Study 10 new words, using each in a sentence, to reinforce their spelling and meaning.

Assessment

• Informal assessment during guided practice through observation.
• Check homework without asking students to present their answers in front of the class to maintain a comfortable learning environment.

Lesson script