Spelling Power

Description

Tired of time-consuming, expensive, or ineffective spelling programs? Spelling Power was created by Beverly Adams-Gordon, a homeschool mom, for her struggling speller. Today, it has helped over 250,000 families since 1993. This award-winning, research-proven program teaches students to spell the 5,000 most frequently used words (plus key spelling rules and principles) using a fast, individualized, multi-sensory approach. One non-consumable 330-page manual serves your entire family from age 8 through high school and beyond. No need to buy new books each year!

Why Families Love Spelling Power

  • Just 15 minutes a day: Each daily session is divided into three quick 5-minute segments:
    1. Quick pretest of new and review words
    2. Immediate self-correction of misspelled words
    3. Focused study of only the words the student needs using the proven 10-Step Study Sheet
  • Fully individualized: Placement tests show exactly where each child should begin. Students move at their own pace and only study words they miss. No wasted time on words they already know!
  • Multi-sensory & effective: Combines phonics, spelling rules, visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities with built-in review at six different levels
  • Low teacher prep: Everything you need is in one book, plus clear instructions for adapting to different learning styles and abilities

What’s Included in the 5th Edition

  • Comprehensive 330-page Teacher Manual with detailed instructions, background on effective spelling instruction, placement tests, word lists organized by phonetic principles and rules, fun skill-building activities, and more
  • Immediate access to the Teacher’s Online Resources — printable worksheets, record-keeping forms, rules charts, teaching aids, and activity cards
  • On-demand Quick Start video seminar to help you begin with confidence
  • Lifetime access to the Spelling Power website support, user help-line, and free newsletter subscription

Spelling Power is perfect for busy homeschool families who want real results without frustration or endless busywork. Many parents report dramatic improvements in spelling and writing confidence after just a few weeks.

Ready to give your child Spelling Power in only 15 minutes a day? Browse the 5th Edition manual and any optional student record books or activity packs below.

Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.