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Spelling tips, National Curriculum guides, and practical advice for parents and teachers.
- How spelling.live's AI Progress Reports Keep Parents in the Loop 31 May 2026 spelling.live sends parents a weekly or monthly email showing exactly how their child practised spelling — sessions, accuracy, tricky words, and which modes they used most.
- KS1 Spelling Lists — Common Exception Words for Year 1 and Year 2 28 May 2026 spelling.live now includes ready-made KS1 word lists covering the Year 1 and Year 2 common exception words from the UK National Curriculum. Add them in seconds and start practising straight away.
- How to Use KS2 Spelling Lists — and Why Hiding Old Lists Helps Your Child Focus 28 May 2026 spelling.live now includes four ready-made KS2 National Curriculum word lists. Learn how to add them in seconds, and why hiding mastered lists keeps your child focused.
- Look, Cover, Write, Check — Why Handwriting Still Matters in Spelling Practice 24 May 2026 The look cover write check method is one of the most effective spelling techniques. Here's how a digital handwriting spelling app brings it into everyday practice at home.
- AI Spelling Apps for Children — How Technology Is Changing How Kids Learn to Spell 23 May 2026 From phonics audio to voice dictation and AI-powered feedback, discover how the best AI spelling apps for kids go far beyond a simple word list.
- The Best UK Spelling App for KS1 and KS2 — National Curriculum Word Lists 22 May 2026 Looking for a KS1 or KS2 spelling app built around the UK National Curriculum? Here's what to look for, and how to practise Year 1 through Year 6 spelling words at home.
- How to Help Your Child Practise for a Weekly Spelling Test at Home 21 May 2026 Spelling homework doesn't have to be a battle. The right spelling homework app makes weekly test prep quick, effective, and far less stressful for primary school children.
- How to Import Spelling Words from a Photo — No More Typing 20 May 2026 The quickest way to set up a spelling list for home practice is to photograph it. Here's how a photo spelling app turns your child's homework sheet into a practice session in seconds.
- Why Spelling Matters in KS1 — And How to Make Practice Fun 1 May 2026 Practical tips for parents on helping Year 1 and Year 2 children build spelling confidence without the tears.