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Understanding the CK vs K Spelling Rule

Reading & Phonics

The science is clear! Teaching children to read and spell through a structured literacy approach is the most effective way to equip them with the skills they need to write and read for a lifetime.

👩‍🏫  And it’s exactly what we do here at The Reading School.

As phonics and spelling instruction has declined in schools over recent decades, not only are today’s children less likely to be equipped with these skills, you yourself might have received less phonics instruction than your own parents’ generation.

We present a simple series on our blog explaining the science of spelling rules. Refreshing your memory on the rules of spelling and phonics can help you assist your child in homework or during a “teachable moment” such as a handwritten grocery list or even a text message with your tween.

Why Does Spelling Matter?

While we tend to think of spelling as something we memorize, in fact it’s more like learning formulas in math. We don’t need to memorize individual words so much as learn the rules and patterns that govern 90% of English words.

👉 Check out this post to learn more about how the science of spelling can help equip your child with the powerful ability to read and write almost anything, in time.⁠⁠

The K vs CK Rule in Spelling and Phonics

The K vs CK rule is as such:

If the /k/ sound falls at the end of the word, and the /k/ is immediately preceded by a short vowel sound, it is spelled ck.

If the /k/ sound is immediately preceded by a long vowel sound or consonant, it is spelled with k.

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Spelling takes a lot of practice and patience.

👩‍👦‍👦  You can help by reinforcing the rules of spelling and phonics while reading with your child or assisting them with homework.⁠⁠ 

👩‍🏫  We can help by teaching them the rules and helping you uncover any underlying conditions which might be affecting their learning.

Send us a quick note to learn more about how we can help!⁠⁠

2 Comments

1. VINCENT KAZIBWE on February 10, 2023 at 1:37 pm

   This is good content but I found it difficult to comprehend it. Need more guidance

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2. Shashi on August 13, 2023 at 6:08 am

   Hii

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