Scott Foresman Spelling - Pearson

Introduction
This document demonstrates how Scott Foresman Everyday Spelling meets the
objectives of the Alabama Course of Study: English Language Arts. Correlation page
references are to the Teacher’s Edition. Lessons in the Teacher’s Edition contain
facsimile Student Edition pages.
Scott Foresman Everyday Spelling, Grades 1-8, teaches common spelling patterns,
generalizations and spelling strategies, with word lists that include commonly misspelled
words. Modified word lists and challenge activities address special learning needs.
Each lesson teaches writing and proofreading skills.
The Teacher’s Edition provides ready-made lesson plans that save time and provide the
information teachers need. Week-at-a-Glance gives teachers an easy-access format
that keeps details to a minimum while offering options for the students. Teaching notes
offer a rich tapestry of teaching ideas to extend and enrich the lessons. The following
are a few of the highlights:
Introduction helps introduce the lesson generalization by highlighting phonics, work
structure, or meaning elements that show how the list words are related
Meeting the Needs of All Students addresses a wide range of student needs and
abilities Included are suggestions for working with bilingual and ESL learners, students
with varied learning styles (visual, auditory, kinesthetic), students using the modified list,
and students needing extra support or challenge.
Critical Thinking Skills are reinforced as students practice spelling with analogies,
synonyms and antonyms, categorizing, and drawing conclusions in the widely varied
activities.
Study Skills such as alphabetizing, using the dictionary, and using a thesaurus are
integrated into the weekly activities.
Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics are a part of the editing process.
Literature Connection extends the lesson with quality literature. Literary skills such as
simile, metaphor, and onomatopoeia are part of the language-building activities.
Multicultural Connection extends language learning around the globe.