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Spelling Tool - Task 1: High Frequency Words and Homophones

High frequency words: The corrected passage is shown below:

What should you do if you have lost your dog? First of all, have a
description of what he looks like. For example, what colour is he and does

he have a tag or microchip? You can then tell the local police because
someone could have taken your dog to them.

Putting up a poster may also help. Include a photo of your dog and make
sure you include a phone number so that people can contact you if they

find him.

Homophones: The completed sentences are shown below:
a) Homophones: to too two
My friend has two snakes but I am too scared to hold them!

b) Homophones: were where wear
I was going to wear my new shoes tonight, but they were not in my room. I

have forgotten where I put them!

c) Homophones: their there they’re
There is a mouse in their house, so I think they’re going to get a cat!

Spelling Tool - Task 2: Plurals and Suffixes
a) Plurals

Singular Plural Singular Plural
kitten kittens sheep sheep

mouse mice snake snakes

goose geese box boxes

puppy puppies shelf shelves

b) Suffixes: The corrected passage is shown below:

People are often phoning us to ask for advice on choosing a puppy. We

always say that the healthiest puppies have a shiny coat and clear eyes. If

you call into the store we will happily give you more information.
We are running a puppy training class next month and if you are planning

to get a puppy, you may wish to come along.

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