Strengthen your spelling skills using the Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check technique.
How to use:
Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
The i before e except after c spelling rule applies to the long /e/ sound, but the words in this list feature a long /a/ sound. This means they're spelt with the letter combination ei. Spot this pattern in words like vein, reign, and eight.
Try a Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check spelling activity to solidify your understanding of these tricky words.
This word list was created by Spellzone. View more Spellzone course lists or curriculum word lists.
Learn more in Unit 21. The 'I' before 'e' rule – does it work?
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