by Mark | Nov 19, 2019 | About Content
Compound words are formed by joining two or more words. The Kitehawk Learning Spelling Program uses compound words extensively, to teach spelling using a variety of exercises. Compound words can help build a student’s confidence in spelling long words and...
by Mark | Nov 19, 2019 | About Content
Long vowel sounds are the most difficult part of the English language to master. Rhyming exercises explore the many different ways the same long vowel sound can be spelled. For example, in reading, writing and spelling, there are about 15 different letter...
by Mark | Nov 19, 2019 | About Content
The Guide Words Activities develop the important dictionary skill of being able to find words quickly. The aim is to help students quickly find new words or different meanings of words. The habit of using a dictionary (preferably a printed version) is vital to the...
by Mark | Nov 19, 2019 | About Content
Dictation and phonics are two of the most potent literacy teaching tools. Dictation can improve the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Many teachers know the power of dictation in teaching literacy, even though dictation has fallen...
by Mark | Nov 19, 2019 | About Content
The Kitehawk Program has a basic set of Activities in all 5 Programs. These activities increase in complexity as students progress through the program. The Activities all have a teaching and learning purpose, and relate to the List Words where possible. The...
