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This core kit includes some of the key components you need for Wanda Sanseri's "Spell to Write and Read" (SWR) curriculum. The components work together for a unified language arts program for ages 4-6, or as remedial/reinforcement work for any age.

Based on the principles of internalizing (spelling), recognizing (reading), composing (writing) and comprehending (understanding) words, The Spell to Write and Read book uses logical progression and multi-sensory instruction to help children learn to spell. Seventy phonograms and twenty-eight spelling rules are the basis for everything else learned, and are presented in a positive manner instead of filled with exceptions to the rules. Each lesson is filled with historical and spelling notes on each concept, as well as examples, demonstrations, and activities for each new rule or phonic. This overall teacher's manual replaces Teaching Reading at Home & School as the companion to the spelling list in Wise Guide for Spelling.

The WISE Guide for Spelling contains over 2000 core words plus derivatives, divided into lots of twenty that are organized by spelling difficulty. Preliminary warm up activities and teasers, example sentences, spelling rules, and enrichments are included for each lesson. Students are to build their "own textbook", with this guide overseeing the process; lists refer back to the phonogram rules and steps in Spell to Write and Read to help provide context in teaching.

A set of 70 basic phonogram cards are provided, as well as a phonogram CD to assure proper pronunciation. The front of each card has a phonogram typed in lower case, while the back gives information, including handwriting helps. A set of small spelling rule cards includes two sided cards; a graphic on the front illustrates the spelling rule, while the back contains the actual rule, example words, and additional valuable information. Based on the 28 rules in the program.

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Based on the principles of internalizing (spelling), recognizing (reading), composing (writing) and comprehending (understanding) words, Spell to Write and Read (SWR) utilizes phonics to teach spelling. Seventy phonograms and twenty-eight spelling rules are the basis for everything else learned, and is presented in a positive manner instead of filled with exceptions to the rules. Each lesson is filled with historical and spelling notes on each concept, and is filled with examples, demonstrations and activities for each new rule or phonic. Filled to the brim with information to spell and compose. Spelling lists are included. This overall teacher's manual replaces Teaching Reading at Home & School as the companion to the spelling list in Wise Guide for Spelling.This program can be used throughout grades K-12 including different ability levels and needs, such as ESL. 240 pages, softcover.

This updated edition features minor improvements or corrections to improve lessons for teachers, including some altered vocabulary words and clearer explanations.

The Wise Guide for spelling is the companion spelling list for the sold-separately Spell to Read and Write (SWR) curriculum, necessary to use this book. An updated version of the renowned Ayres List, these high frequency words are grouped according to spelling difficulty. 2000 spelling words are divided into lessons with two pages of ideas for each set of 20 words; lessons include preliminary warm up drills, motivational comments for introducing the lesson, and reminders to teach specific Reference Pages in SWR. Sample sentences are given to illustrate each word, and suggested teacher dialogue is provided. Creative spelling reinforcements replace boring, passive activities like copying, while optional enrichment activities involve art, literature, composition, grammar (including all parts of speech), antonyms, synonyms, derivatives, etymology, contractions, and much more.

This program is designed to be used with the sold-separately Spell to Read and Write; 70 Basic Phonogram Cards; Spelling Rule Cards; and 70 Basic Phonograms CD.

Save hours of preparation time with these 26 reproducible chart masters. Designed for use with Spell to Write and Read (SWR) but easily adaptable to other spelling words. 8.5" x 11".

A tailored replacement for the standard blank black composition notebook that students 3rd grade and up use to "log in" new spelling words, analyze spelling rules, collect examples, build grammar understanding, create derivatives, and master correct use of heteronyms.Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) curriculum.

The WISE Guide Enrichment Activity Worksheets A-M includes the teacher answer keys and student worksheets that were created to be used with the Spell to Read and Write Kit (sold-separately and required to use this resource).

Teacher tips and instructional ideas on how to use and modify lessons help teachers reinforce the ideas taught through the program. Worksheets clearly identify which Wise List the activity came from and the name of the activity as found in the Wise Guide. Includes instructions for how to complete the page as well as information about the concept being explored. A CD with printable student worksheets for all lessons found in the Wise Guide sections A-M is included. Worksheet instructions are written to the student. 168 pages, softcover.

The WISE Guide Enrichment Activity Worksheets N-Z includes the teacher answer keys and student worksheets that were created to be used with lessons N-Z in the Spell to Read and Write program by Wanda Sanseri (sold-separately and required to use this resource).

Teacher tips and instructional ideas on how to use and modify lessons help teachers reinforce the ideas taught through the program. Worksheets clearly identify which Wise List the activity came from and the name of the activity as found in the Wise Guide. Includes instructions for how to complete the page as well as information about the concept being explored. A CD with printable student worksheets for all lessons found in the Wise Guide sections N-Z is included. Worksheet instructions are written to the student.

Designed to be used with The Wise Guide for Spelling, this learning log features 36 pages with 8" x 6.5" guides with dotted half-lines. The page is divided down the center creating 10 bisected lines, with 3 lines at the bottom to rewrite the best sentence neatly and correctly. Softcover. Designed for use with the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) Curriculum.

2"Q" always needs a "u." "X" is never directly before "s." Rules to write by! Designed to supplement the Spell to Write and Read teacher's manual, these prompt cards are catchy ways to review spelling concepts and help students learn basic language structure. Includes flash cards that cover 29 important rules and an instructor's guide with explanations and simple phonograms. From Back Home Industries.

Based on the 28 rules taught in the Spell to Write and Read program, these cards can be used together, or as a stand-alone review. A graphic on the front of the card illustrates a spelling rule, which is given on the back, along with example words. Each full-size pages features two "cards" which must be cut apart by the teacher.

The English language is made up of 45 sounds which we spell in approximately 70 ways. A phonogram is a letter or set of letters used to represent one or more of these 45 sounds. The quickest, most natural way to learn to spell and to read the English language is to begin by learning the 70 foundational phonograms. The packet contains cards for each of these. The front of the card contains the phonogram in isolation. The back of each card gives the teacher all the information she needs to teach the phonogram. These cards should be used in conjunction with "Teaching Reading at Home".

Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) curriculum.

The 70 basic phonograms are presented so the student/teacher can actually hear the correct sound of each phonogram. A practice quiz helps the teacher check her ability to hear and accurately produce each phonograms sight-unseen. An answer key to the quiz is provided.

Play the game of "Memory".and learn the phonograms! Seventy cards are printed on white card stock with "book face" print, and seventy are printed on yellow card stock with "cursive" writing. Perfect for reinforcement and review. Cards are approximately 3.5" x 2" and need to be individually cut-out.

Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) curriculum.

Why is "biscuit" spelled with a "u"? Why do we drop the "e" in "argument"? Why do we sometimes use two consonants instead of one? Emphasizing the logic behind English word construction, this resource helps students learn not only how common words are spelled, but also why. Entries are divided into syllables using TRH markings and cross-referenced with corresponding rules. 72 pages, softcover. Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) curriculum.

Many American history books refer to "The New England Primer," a textbook first introduced in Boston in 1690. Early Americans learned to read using this book and the Bible. Some estimate the annual sales at 20,000 copies. Total sales over a hundred and fifty years probably topped 3 million copies. This work helped produce a high level of literate, self-governed citizens who valued liberty and righteousness. This book includes "Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep," "The Lord's Prayer," "The Ten Commandments," a rhyming alphabet, a Bible alphabet, two catechisms, Bible questions, a dialogue between Christ, the youth and the devil, and the advice John Rogers gave his nine children before he was martyred for Christ. The text offers instruction in right living with simple sentences like: "Fear God. Tell no lies. Speak the truth." The book has been expanded with nine easy to read stories made up of ninety-nine of the most frequently used words in English.

Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) curriculum.

Each non-consumable book has 78 three-minute reading selections on a variety of interesting topics followed by multiple choice questions to test student comprehension. Each selection is normed for grade level ability. Students can chart their personal progress. Every lesson has test items easy enough for the poorest readers as well as ones difficult enough to challenge the best of readers. This allows the teacher to use the book with a range of ability levels from beginners to post-college.

General reading ability is developed because the selections vary in content, style, and vocabulary. Questions for each lesson evaluate ability to find the main idea, gather facts, make inferences, and other kinds of meaning such as being able to determine sequence.

Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) curriculum.

Visually explaining the concepts taught in Spell to Write and Read, Hidden Secrets to Language Success shows Wanda interacting with children, parents, and educators. Discover language success with this 2-DVD set! Each DVD is approximately 2 hours long.

Originally published in 1701, this collection of object lessons by the author of Pilgrim's Progress contrasts the love of Christ with the deceit of Satan. Bunyan uses an egg, birds, butterflies, insects, and other everyday objects to teach spiritual concepts to your children. They won't soon forget the biblical truths contained in a conversation between a spider and a sinner! Includes discussion questions. 124 pages, hardcover from Back Home Industries.

Involve your student in the process of learning to read by having him create his own book! Helping reinforce the concept of preposition/object of the preposition, students will work on diagramming, spelling, comprehension, reading, art, and penmanship. Each page includes a box in which students draw the featured sentence; a diagram of the prepositions and object of the preposition; and teacher/student dialogue to find the grammatical elements. A list of featured prepositions and a few additional ideas are included at the back. 20 page, paperback booklet. Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) curriculum.

This beginning reader is designed to be used with Wanda Sanseri's The Wise Guide for Spelling, and includes all 120 words in the book's sections A-F. Students should be able to fluently read the words before reading this book. 20 pages, booklet, with questions about the story included.

Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) curriculum.

Involve your student in the process of learning to read by having him create his own book! Helping reinforce the concept of subject/verb, students will work on diagramming, spelling, comprehension, and reading. Each page includes a box in which students draw the featured sentence; a diagram of the subject/verb; and teacher/student dialogue to find the subject/verb. A list of simple sentences is included at the back. 20 page, paperback booklet.

Part of the Spell to Write and Read (SWR) Curriculum.

The Child Tested Suggested Book List has now been revised and expanded!

This new edition lists new child-tested treasures read and cherished by the Sanseri Family.

Graphs of recommended books range from kindergarten to adult level and are organized alphabetically by author.

Appendix A includes reviews of forty-five of the recommended books highlighted with an asterisk in the grade level chart. Appendix B helps you expand your own personal search by providing principles for selecting books, other aids for finding quality books, worthwhile book series to explore or design, and a final index lists all the books alphabetically by title.