Step 1: Dictate a sentence. … Step 2: Your child repeats the sentence. … Step 3: Your child writes the sentence. … Step 4: Your child proofreads the sentence she just wrote. … Step 5: Finally, check the sentence before dictating the next one.
What is the easiest way to learn dictation?
Try to write a mnemonic for each spelling. A mnemonic is a silly phrase that’s easy to remember and tells you something about the word. One easy way to make a mnemonic is to write a sentence by turning each letter into a full word. Silly but simple sentences are best.
How do you homeschool dictation?
- Step 1: Assign the passage and have your student read it. …
- Step 2: Have the student look for words he doesn’t know how to spell and study them. …
- Step 3: Spot-check to set your student up for success. …
- Step 4: Dictate the passage or a portion of it, watching for accuracy.
