
'The tricky word mnemonics have been a huge success in my current and previous class! I've found that the children who are normally behind with their learning are spelling those words correctly!‘ Y1 teacher, Beaconsfield Primary
• 38 carefully crafted mnemonics covering all the original LaS tricky words
• Multiple mnemonic styles to suit different learners: ✓ Catchy songs (mp3s included) ✓ Clever phrases using letters in the words ✓ Hidden word techniques ✓ Word analogies ✓ Visual memory aids
Reception (16 words): the, to, no, go, he, she, we, me, be, was, you, they, all, are, my, her
Year 1 (22 words): said, so, like, have, were, there, some, come, when, what, do, one, out, little, Mr, Mrs, people, oh, looked, called, asked, their
• Each mnemonic contains the target word
• Easy for children to recall while writing
• Proven success in primary schools across the country
• Enable children to learn spellings faster
'We found that the mnemonics and memorable songs have helped the children to remember spellings for tricky words much quicker than before'.
• Support all ability levels
‘The guidance on how to teach the tricky words along with the resources, visual aids and songs has been powerful in supporting children of all abilities.‘ Reception teachers, Beaconsfield Primary
Sign up below to receive TWO FREE downloadable mnemonics from the above pack: • One Reception-level example • One Year 1-level example
Looking for spelling mnemonics for the other KS1 Common Exception Words not listed above? Visit this page for mnemonics covering: • 33 KS1 common exception words • 27 sets of homophones • Free samples available

Give them the structured practice they need with these carefully designed tricky word spelling outlines.
These flexible outlines provide a multi-sensory approach to tricky word spelling practice, utilising the proven effectiveness of the tricky word spelling mnemonics above. Children:
• Write the word multiple times to fill the themed outline
• Repeat the matching mnemonic as they write
• Can get creative with colors and styles
• Choose their own approach - write the tricky bit in red, create rainbow patterns, or vary the size of words
• Stay engaged while getting the repetition they need
✓ Reception and Year 1 children
✓ Older children still mastering these spellings
✓ Children who need extra repetition to succeed
✓ Supporting your phonics teaching
• Complete set of ready to use, printable A4 tricky word spelling outlines covering the 38 tricky words from Phases 2-5c (listed above) + the tricky word 'I'
• Teachers' notes explaining how to use them.
• Each outline links directly to my proven tricky word spelling mnemonics (see above)
• Provides just the right amount of repetition without being boring
• Clear, child-friendly designs
• Covers all 39 tricky words from Phases 2-5c
• Multi purpose: Great for: • independent group tasks during guided reading sessions • 'morning work/activities' • homework tasks • use as a timed task during intervention sessions
Start making tricky word spelling practice fun, engaging & effective today - purchase this download using the blue button below.

