3 Word Lists for September 2023

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With back-to-school action words, rule-breaking el endings, and a variety of ways to say something is nice, our September spelling lists will keep you on your toes!
 

  1. Back-to-School verbs
    The summer holidays have come to an end and it's time to sharpen those spelling skills! From answering questions to erasing mistakes, the verbs in this list describe actions that might take place at school. How many can you spell?
     
  2. Rulebreakers - the el ending
    The /Əl/ sound at the end of a word is usually spelt with the letters le, but this month’s rulebreakers use the letters el instead. 

    Make sure you’re up to speed with this spelling rule and its exceptions in Unit 26 - Word endings: -le, and exceptions e.g. -al, -el, -ol.
     
  3. 10 Words for... NICE
    Bored of using the same words over and over again? Next time you want to say something is nice, try one of these words instead. From captivating to pleasant, we’ve got the perfect word for you! 

04 Sep 2023
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