SEN: DyslexiaYears 2–6Spelling Strategies

Mnemonics for tricky spellings

Create and use memory aids (mnemonics) to remember difficult spellings (e.g. "Big Elephants Can Always Understand Small Elephants" for because).

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    Some words are tricky to spell. A mnemonic is a silly sentence to help you remember!

  2. 2

    What is a mnemonic for?

  3. 3

    Let's make a mnemonic for 'said' 🗣️

  4. 4

    Drag the letters to make a mnemonic for 'was' 🐝

  5. 5

    Which mnemonic helps you spell 'because'?

  6. 6

    Make your own mnemonic for 'friend' 👫

  7. 7

    What does a mnemonic help you with?

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