Spelling Bee: Idea #90

Do you remember participating in the Spelling Bee as a kid? Pretty nerve racking, huh? Well, it is actually a very effective way to practice letter sounds, reading, and of course spelling. Try having a simple Spelling Bee with your student. 

You do not need more than one student for a Spelling Bee. Have the first round of words be really simple, so that they for sure will complete the level. Then provide a small reward after each round. You can make the rewards larger and more exciting after they pass each level. If they don't pass a level, let try the level over again.

Here is an idea of some words and prizes you could use for the Spelling Bee:

Level 1 List:

at

as

if

is

on

us

up

Prize: Sticker

Level 2 List:

pan

cap

pet

men

kid

top

fun

Prize: Pencil

Level 3 List:

fast

clap

best

west

spit

spot

jump

Prize: Eraser

Level 4 List:

scrap

strap

splat

crest

admit

trunk

grump

Prize: Candy bar