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Show LETRS based spelling curriculum 34 consonant activity, learning the visual syllables as well as many other activities scattered throughout every lesson. Understanding the meaning of words also plays a role in spelling. Words are often remembered not only as visual or phonological patterns but also as part of a network of related meanings. This knowledge helps in recalling the correct spellings. Comprehension of meaning is an important element in this curriculum. Morphology activities help students to break words down into the smallest meaning of the word with the root word, prefixes and suffixes. Etymology gives the historical meaning of words which is also beneficial. Both of these elements as well as other contextualized activities are included in this curriculum. Writing words or other multi-sensory activities involves motor memory, where the brain remembers the sequence of movements required to produce the letters in the correct order. This concept is especially beneficial for irregular word practice which is found in this curriculum. Spelling, just like reading, is learned through practice and repetition, which strengthen the connections between these different areas of the brain. As you repeatedly see, hear, write, and use words correctly, these brain connections become more efficient, leading to improved spelling skills. It is important to recognize that practice and repetition should be logical and meaningful instead of simple repetition activities such as writing words multiple times. Limitations The 2022 Utah law, SB 127 Early Literacy Outcomes Improvement, included funding to train educators in the science of reading, provide professional development, curriculum guidance, and created science of reading specialist positions in schools. Since I have been an inactive teacher for the past 13 years I missed out on these trainings and experiences that SB127 provided to current primary Utah teachers. I am grateful for being able to study the LETRS |
