Explore this spelling list: Year 3, Term 3, Week 7: Homophones and near homophones. These words are tailored to support your spelling journey. Click on Learn, Games, Test, Print, or Write to explore all the available spelling tools.
These are tricky words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings. Try using each word in a sentence to help remember them.
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ball |
The dog ran to retrieve the ball.
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bawl |
The upset baby did nothing but bawl all night.
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berry |
The holly berry is bright red.
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bury |
My dog likes to bury bones.
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brake |
The car had to brake hard.
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break |
Be careful not to break that glass.
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accept |
I accept your apology.
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except |
Everyone is allowed to go except me.
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affect |
The new rules will affect us all.
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effect |
The stage lighting had a magical effect.
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Improve your spelling skills with interactive exercises and activities.
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Look and read the word.
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Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Play interactive games to practice these words in a fun way.
Spelling Snowball
Winter spelling fun!
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Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
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Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Check your spelling accuracy with this test.
Use printable worksheets to reinforce spelling skills.
Write these words to reinforce learning and improve recall.

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