Procedure
- Prepare a colourful piece of paper which can be used as a background for the wall dictionary.
- Sew 26 pockets on it (or use glue/sticky tape) and label each pocket with a letter of the alphabet.
- Ask the children to prepare sets of letter cards by writing the 26 letters on some small pieces of paper. They put their letters into the pockets as soon as they can.
- We can use this wall dictionary at any time to practise spelling.
- For example, divide the class into three or four groups. They listen to words and then choose letters from the pockets to spell the words.
Of course, you can make several wall dictionaries so that students can play at the same time.
Comments
Find Your Letter
This is such an innovative activity. Students will get rid of the boredom of memorizing spelling.
Collaboration on display
Learners collaborate and build strong interpersonal relationships. This is social skills acquisition.
tried this activity and the…
tried this activity and the children loved completing it and really engaged
For me, this activity can…
For me, this activity can help learners who have their first steps in memorizing vocabulary, and it can effectively make them active with regards to using their body and brain
It really works for my students.
I like the idea of making pockets to make the vocabs.
Wall dictionaries
In my class, I prepare 6 sets of alphabet to use. But now I think I would try this wall dictionary, so that my children can move around to get the letters when they order the words. It would be more fun, I guess.
Seems effective for young learners
I think this activity can help effectively young learners who have their first steps in memorising vocabulary, and it can activate their body and brain.
This activity is equally beneficial for all types of Learners. Moreover they will learn how to work in groups that is indirect training of teamwork and also sparks curiosity to learn more.