AS SIMPLE AS POSSIBLE
The ASAP Spelling Introductory Level workbook is a foundational program designed to quickly improve spelling proficiency for beginning level students. The curriculum is designed to be simple, logical, and organized, increasing confidence in reading and writing. ASAP Spelling Introductory Level contains 100 different spelling patterns and more than 600 words using modern American English vernacular. ASAP Spelling encourages students to work independently by using simple directions that students can understand with minimal words to convey expectations. No large teacher manuals are required! Perfect for school or home use.
SPELLING PATTERNS
The ASAP Spelling Introductory Level workbook emphasizes recognition of spelling patterns to build confidence while seeking and finding connections to student’s prior knowledge, staying within the zone of proximal development where learning takes place. ASAP Spelling is low anxiety: it focuses on learning and encourages students to take ownership of their progress with daily self-assessments. Students can promptly check for mistakes and receive valuable, immediate feedback.
SIMPLE, LOGICAL, FAST, AND EFFECTIVE – In just 5-10 minutes per day this spelling curriculum:
✓ Builds confidence ✓ Reduces spelling anxiety ✓ Prioritizes learning over scores ✓ Provides immediate feedback ✓ Boosts motivation through small victories ✓ Increases reading levels ✓ Heightens self-assurance in writing ✓ Raises self-efficacy across Language Arts
WORKBOOK LAYOUT
Each workbook lesson features 1-3 groups of spelling patterns. The spelling words are numbered and listed with handwriting guidelines next to each word, each with the correct number of lined spaces for the number of letters in each word. The student identifies the pattern and then practices writing the word, one letter per space. On the backside of the worksheet, students fold the paper and quiz themselves one word at a time. Upon re-opening the fold students check for mistakes and immediately identify if they have made a spelling error. If so, they erase and try again before moving on to the next word until they complete the spelling lesson.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
The ASAP Spelling curriculum was developed by a former classroom teacher, reading tutor, and mother of eight with a Master’s in Education specializing in Curriculum and Instruction. Mary Oelschlager’s spelling workbook simplifies learning, reduces anxiety, builds confidence, and empowers students to own their progress.
