Words To Do With Time — #spelling lesson 41 ( #sirlinkalottime #homeschooling #lessons )

The video tutorial introduces the concept of linking as a memory aid for spelling. It features shout outs to two sisters, Eloise and Maria, who demonstrate their linking techniques for the words 'believe' and 'occasion'. The lesson then focuses on time-related words, providing creative links to help with their spelling. The teacher emphasizes the importance of linking for remembering tricky spellings and offers various examples, including February, calendar, hour, August, autumn, week, and millennium.

What is the main benefit of using linking as a memory technique?

• It helps in remembering connections.

• It makes learning math easier.

• It improves handwriting.

• It enhances reading speed.

What clever link did Eloise create for the word 'believe'?

• Be truthful, don't lie Eve.

• Believe in magic.

• Believe in yourself.

• Be kind, always.

What visual link did Maria use for the word 'occasion'?

• A bird's beak.

• A dog's tail.

• A monkey's face.

• A cat's whiskers.

What is a common spelling challenge with the word 'February'?

• The missing 'e'.

• The double 'b'.

• The silent 'r'.

• The extra 'u'.

Which months are represented by the two 'A's in the word 'calendar'?

• June and July.

• March and May.

• April and August.

• September and October.

What is the homophone pair discussed in the lesson?

• Hour and our.

• Sun and son.

• Sea and see.

• Flour and flower.

What is the tricky part of spelling the word 'August'?

• The 'u' in the middle.

• The 'g' in the middle.

• The 'au' at the start.

• The 'st' at the end.

What is the spelling challenge with the word 'autumn'?

• The extra 'm'.

• The missing 'a'.

• The double 't'.

• The silent 'n'.

What is the meaning of the word 'millennium'?

• 1000 years.

• 100 years.

• 10 years.

• 1 year.

What is a common mistake when spelling 'millennium'?

• Using a 'y' instead of 'i'.

• Forgetting the 'm'.

• Adding an extra 'e'.

• Confusing the number of L's and N's.