During the work of the preceding grades the important rules for spelling have been developed. On pages 54, 56, and 57, they are given for review with many illustrations. In addition, Lessons 30, 38, and 39, give some exceptions to these rules. These lessons should be thoroughly reviewed until the correct spelling is established.
Words Having Two Pronunciations
At the close of the year’s work is given a list of 28 words spelled alike but accented differently. The difference in meaning should be emphasized, each word used in a sentence to impress the correct pronunciation, and the pupils taught to discriminate as to the form that should be used.
Vocabulary
As in previous grades much use may be made of the alphabetical vocabulary for purposes of review and reference.
Appendix
Following the vocabulary the teacher will find some special lists, placed there for reference. They will provide some very interesting supplementary lessons. They are:
1. A list of words used in medicine, and the names of diseases. Many of these present difficulties. Their teaching is optional with the teacher.
2. A list of words having more than one correct spelling. The simpler spelling is usually the one to be preferred.
3. A list of words frequently mispronounced. The teacher should know this list and by it check the pupil’s pronunciation.