Spelling Smart!: A Ready-to-Use Activities Program for Students with Spelling Difficulties (J-B Ed: Ready-to-Use Activities)

I purchased this book to help my fourth grader, who is in a reading/writing curriculum that is good at reading but omits spelling pretty much altogether (NYC teachers are NOT ALLOWED to give spelling tests). So far the book is very logical and helpful, teaching students to analyze words syllable by syllable and apply the standard English rules and generalizations. Its goal isn't to teach 100% of English words, but the 85% that follow "regular" English rules. The extensive intro and diagnostic section is also very helpful for us non-educators using the book. I highly recommend it.

I am using this book to tutor a Russian immigrant whose spoken English is excellent, but who has no concept of English spelling. The book is very easy to use, progresses logically from one lesson to the next and is well suited to using with older children or adults. It teaches the basic spelling rules, but uses higher level vocabulary and is not childish. It offers clear explanations and a variety of practice exercises. Highly recommended

My second son has a terrible time spelling and this book has really helped him. It starts with very simple rules of spelling that are easy to remember. It uses the dictionary as one of it's tools too! ;-) We are very happy with the book!!!!!!