About the "Crossword Spelling!" Worksheet

"Crossword Spelling!" combines the excitement of puzzle-solving with essential spelling practice. This interactive and printable worksheet, that aligns with the Common Core State Standards, Crossword Spelling, presents a unique approach to learning correct spelling through a crossword format. Students are given six commonly misspelled words along with their definitions, creating an engaging way to learn proper spelling while understanding word meanings.

Set against a charming blue background with stars and featuring friendly characters at the bottom, the worksheet presents three "Across" and three "Down" clues. Each word is initially shown in its incorrect spelling form (such as "Fashun" for "Fashion" and "Nashun" for "Nation"), accompanied by clear definitions. Students must use a dictionary to find the correct spelling and fill it into the crossword grid, reinforcing both dictionary skills and spelling awareness in an entertaining format.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

Dictionary usage and reference skills for spelling verification
Correct spelling of commonly misused words
Word definitions and contextual understanding
Problem-solving skills through crossword puzzle completion

Learning Outcomes

Students will correctly identify and spell at least 5 out of 6 words within 30 minutes
Students will demonstrate understanding of word meanings through proper dictionary usage
Students will complete the crossword puzzle by applying both vertical and horizontal word placement skills

Cognitive

Through this worksheet, students develop word analysis and pattern recognition skills
Enhance vocabulary comprehension through interactive dictionary exploration

Psychomotor

Practice handwriting skills while filling in the crossword puzzle in this interactive worksheet
Develop coordination through dictionary handling and puzzle navigation

Affective

Build self-confidence through successful completion of this interactive worksheet
Develop persistence in finding correct spellings and solving puzzles

Reinforce

Encourage collaborative learning through group discussion of word meanings in this worksheet
Foster independent problem-solving skills through interactive puzzle completion

Common core standards covered

L.2.2

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

L.2.2.e

Consult reference materials, including beginning dictionaries, as needed to check and correct spellings.

L.2.4

Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 2 reading and content, choosing flexibly from an array of strategies.

L.2.4.e

Use glossaries and beginning dictionaries, both print and digital, to determine or clarify the meaning of words and phrases.

L.3.2

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

L.3.2.g

Consult reference materials, including beginning dictionaries, as needed to check and correct spellings.