Teachers are under pressure to meet government standards in spelling. This text contains explanations of why children have problems with spelling, and provides clear guidance on a variety of teaching strategies, which sit alongside and complement the National Strategy.

First Published in 2005. Provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the teaching and learning of spelling and helps students develop and improve their spelling skills. The assessment section in the second half of the text will enable teachers to determine and assess the individual's progress and instructional needs in spelling.