In Level 7, your child will continue to learn encoding skills, reliable spelling rules, and multisensory strategies for spelling, along with exciting new concepts including words with Latin roots, Greek word parts, and influences from French, Spanish, and Italian languages. Spelling strategies for lifelong learning are also covered. Phonological awareness and encoding skills are taught throughout Level 7. Below is a sampling in each area.
GR Spelling Level 7
What Your Child Learns in Level 7
Encoding
- Spell words with the e-consonant-e pattern, such as extreme
- Spell words containing Latin roots
- Spell plural Latin words
- Spell words containing Greek word parts
- Spell French words
- Spell Spanish loan words
- Spell Italian loan words
- Spell words ending in IBLE and ABLE, such as flexibleand available
Phonological Awareness
- Learn when to drop or keep Silent E when adding a suffix
- Learn clues for spelling words with suffix ANCE and suffix ENCE
- Learn spelling strategies for lifelong learning
What My Child Needs to Know before Beginning Level 7
Your child should complete GR Spelling Level 6 before starting Level 7. GR Spelling Program is a building block program, where each level builds upon the previous one. In order to build a strong foundation in spelling, most students start with Level 1. If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact us!