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You Can Count on Spelling

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Here is a cross-curricular activity that is suitable for virtually any grade level! Learners calculate the mathematical value of their spelling words using the letter tiles from a Scrabble game and identify the spelling word with the highest value.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts

spelling

Additional Tags

scrabble spelling game, spelling practice, ccss.ela-literacy.l.11-12.2, english language arts
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Resource Details

Grade
K - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Skills Practice
Year
2003

Common Core

L.4.2.b

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