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Phonic dictation Book E Published by R.I.C. Publications® 2014 under licence to PLD Organisation Pty. Ltd. Copyright© 2011 PLD Organisation Pty. Ltd. ISBN 978-1-922116-78-9 RIC–6420 Titles available in this series: Phonic dictation Book A (Ages 6–7) Phonic dictation Book B (Ages 7–8) Phonic dictation Book C (Ages 8–9) Phonic dictation Book D (Ages 9–10) Phonic dictation Book E (Ages 10–11)

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Foreword Phonic dictation is a series of five books designed to develop students’ ability to transfer phonic and spelling skills to extended reading and writing tasks. It focuses on handwriting, letter formation and placement, pencil grip and posture. Speech pathologists, occupational therapists and teachers collaborated in the development of this valuable resource. A short, simple-to-administer placement test can be used to identify at which dictation passage each student in your class should start. Students complete five tasks for each phonic dictation passage in the book.

Contents Teachers notes ................................................................................................................................................v – vi Overview of phonic dictation resources for Books A–E ................................................................................... vii Dictation program placement test................................................................................................................... viii Tips for teachers and parents – How to assist students when reading and writing....................................... ix The first step to establishing letter formation is having the right posture .........................................................x Pencil grip – What is a good pencil grip?...................................................................................................... xi What is NOT a good pencil grip? ............................................................................................ xii Position of paper ..................................................................................................................................................xiii Am I ready to write? ........................................................................................................................................... xiv Target 1: Dictation tasks that revise a selection of the following Book D phonic concepts: ..................... 1 a – Frogs in masks .............................................................................................................................2–3 o and u – A visitor from London......................................................................................................4–5 ch – The mechanic’s aches ............................................................................................................6–7 c and g – The magic circus ............................................................................................................8–9 ation and tion – Destruction and pollution ...............................................................................10–11 ain – Across the mountains .........................................................................................................12–13 au and augh – The author and his daughter ...........................................................................14–15 ture – An unlucky venture ...........................................................................................................16–17 age – Hostage! .............................................................................................................................18–19 ear – The early bird ......................................................................................................................20–21 silent l, t, u, w, n – The castle and the wren ...............................................................................22–23 Checklist for progressing to Target 2 ............................................................................................... 24

Target 2: Dictation tasks that involve the syllable spelling strategy and the following phonic concepts: ............................................................................................................................. 25 acc – Accident or not? ...............................................................................................................26–27 er and re – The media centre.....................................................................................................28–29 er and re – A terrible blunder .....................................................................................................30–31 c – Ocean secrets ........................................................................................................................32–33 ou – A courageous move ...........................................................................................................34–35 ial – A celestial social...................................................................................................................36–37 silent c – Fascinating science .....................................................................................................38–39 com – Community competition .................................................................................................40–41 ious – Devious outlaws.................................................................................................................42–43 cious – A ferocious hero ..............................................................................................................44–45 ious and cious – A curious smell .................................................................................................46–47 Checklist for progressing to Target 3 ............................................................................................... 48 See over for Targets 3 and 4

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Contents continued Target 3: Dictation tasks that involve spelling prefixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: ................. 49 bi- – Bicycles, bikinis and bifocals! .............................................................................................50–51 cir- – A circus circular ..................................................................................................................52–53 ad- – Chocolate addiction ........................................................................................................54–55 ex- – Exiles! ....................................................................................................................................56–57 ex- – Extreme science exhibition ...............................................................................................58–59 in- – Invading army ......................................................................................................................60–61 im- – Immerse the burn ...............................................................................................................62–63 in- and im- – Bug infiltration ........................................................................................................64–65 mis- – Mistake and misjudge ......................................................................................................66–67 mis- – Misguided mischief ...........................................................................................................68–69 trans- – Amazing transport ..........................................................................................................70–71 re- – Retake or retreat? ...............................................................................................................72–73 de- – Decay and demolish .........................................................................................................74–75 inter- – An interrupted interview .................................................................................................76–77 extra- and inter- – The International Space Museum .............................................................78–79 pro- – The professor prophet.......................................................................................................80–81 Checklist for progressing to Target 4 ............................................................................................... 82 Target 4: Dictation tasks that involve spelling suffixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: .................. 83 -able – Fashionable but miserable! ...........................................................................................84–85 -ible – Incredible and responsible students ..............................................................................86–87 -able, ible, uble – A gullible subject ..........................................................................................88–89 -al – Exceptional medical care ..................................................................................................90–91 -al – A musical highlight ..............................................................................................................92–93 -ant – The extravagant vagrant .................................................................................................94–95 -ent – The magnificent hotel.......................................................................................................96–97 -ant and -ent – An innocent spy ................................................................................................98–99 -ess – A gifted actress .............................................................................................................100–101 -ment – A punishment experiment ........................................................................................102–103 -ship – A horse called Lordship...............................................................................................104–105 -er, -eer, -ier – A teacher’s masterpiece ..............................................................................106–107 -ian – I want to be a centenarian..........................................................................................108–109 -ery – The mystery package ...................................................................................................110–111 -ary – No ordinary missionary .................................................................................................112–113 -ory – Laboratory victory .........................................................................................................114–115 -ery, -ary, -ory – The aviary secretary ...................................................................................116–117 -ar – An interesting seminar ....................................................................................................118–119 -fy – Beautify and purify ..........................................................................................................120–121 -ology – What is vulcanology? ...............................................................................................122–123 -ling – Little things .....................................................................................................................124–125 Appendix ........................................................................................................................................................... 127 Template for Task 4: Copying and handwriting ...................................................................128–129 Template for Task 5: Dictation ................................................................................................130–131

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Teachers notes Each phonic dictation passage involves five tasks that support student learning:

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Students read the title and the story.

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Reading comprehension

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Students demonstrate their understanding of the passage by illustrating as much as they can of the story, then adding word labels. ons

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Error identification and correction

There are up to 16 word, spelling and punctuation errors for students to identify and correct in the spaces provided on the page. The number of errors in the passage is specified at the beginning of each task.

Task 4

Copying and handwriting

Students copy the story they have read, focusing on correct posture, pencil grip and letter formation. There are templates on pages 128 and 129 that can be used for this task.

Task 5

Dictation

The story is dictated. Students need to listen carefully and remember the spelling, punctuation and writing practised when completing Tasks 1–4. There are templates on pages 130 and 131 that can be used for dictation.

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Teachers notes – A note from the author What happens when correct spelling of test words does not transfer to writing? Have you noticed how students often write words correctly in spelling tests but struggle when applying their new knowledge to written work? Do you wonder why this happens? As a general rule, students require many opportunities to rehearse their skills in contexts of increasing complexity. This means if classroom teachers focus on spelling primarily at a single-word level, the transfer to everyday usage will never be guaranteed.

A handy tool for teachers and parents Dictation tasks require minimal preparation, but hold the potential of producing significant gains in student performance. Dictation improves the following skills: • listening • auditory memory • handwriting • language • spelling.

Crowd control is essential! First and foremost, dictation requires students’ attention. Teachers are required to impose ‘crowd control’ discipline measures in their classes and remind their students what constitutes ‘good’ listening behaviour.

© R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons Before students commence a dictation task—i.e. transcribe what they hear— •f o rr ev i ewtop u r pos esonl yhelpful • if it’s recommended they are exposed the passage beforehand. It’s

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students are able to process its meaning before writing out its parts. 2. When presenting dictation tasks, consider the length of each section verbalised and the number of times the section is repeated before (or while) the students transcribe. The shorter the section, the less challenging the dictation task. 3. Repetition of the dictated sections will reduce the memory requirement and make the task less challenging. It is recommended that, over time, the length of each section is gradually extended and the amount of repetition is gradually reduced. This helps students apply greater levels of auditory processing and memory.

Dictation aids The dictation range focuses on a variety of spelling and phonics concepts. As students complete the dictation tasks, they are faced with the challenge of applying their recently acquired spelling concepts to the rewriting of passages. This should improve their ability to transfer spelling concepts to their own writing.

Dictation produces significant gains When presented on a regular basis, dictation tasks hold the potential to produce significant gains in a range of areas. Importantly, dictation assists in the translation of spelling list words to students’ self-generated writing. BA(Ed), BEd, CPP(UK), MEd, MSc(SpPath)

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Overview of phonic dictation resources for Books A–E Phonic dictation Book A – for 6- to 7-year-olds Contains dictation tasks that primarily involve the application of: Target 1: Alphabet VC and CVC words Target 2: Phonic concepts—sh, ch, th, oo, ee, ck—to CVC words Target 3: Blends of CCVC and CVCC words Target 4: Phonic concepts: ar, or, ay, ai, oy, oi, er.

Phonic dictation Book B – for 7- to 8-year-olds Contains dictation tasks that primarily involve the application of: Target 1: Book A phonic concept revision: sh, ch, th, oo, ee, ck, ar, or, ay, ai, er, ing, oy, oi and all Target 2: Consonant clusters and double consonants Target 3: Long vowels: a–e, e–e, i–e, o–e, u–e Target 4: Phonic concepts: oa, ow (mow), ir (third), ur (burn), er, aw (draw), or, ea (teach), ee, ou, ow (town), ew (screw), oo, ue (blue), y (puppy), kn, y (spy).

Phonic dictation Book C – for 8- to 9-year-olds Contains dictation tasks that primarily involve the application of: Target 1: A selection of Book A and Book B phonic concept revision: bi and tri consonant clusters, kn, or, aw, ea, ee, y, ly, oo, ue, ew, ai, ay, ow, o–e, oe, oa, ou, er, ir, ur and squ Target 2: Phonemic spelling strategy and phonic concepts: igh, y, i-e, tch, ch, ge, dge, ea, ear, eer, ore, oar, oor, our and silent b Target 3: Onset and rime spelling strategy and phonic concepts: ace, ice, air, are,, ear, eer, ould and alk Target 4: Syllabic spelling strategy and phonic concepts: le (ble, dle, f le, gle, kle, ple, tle, zle), ey, y, be, qu, ph, or and any.

Contains dictation tasks that primarily involve the application of: Target 1: A selection of Book C phonic concept revision: tch, igh, dge, ge, ey, y, kle, tle, ble, dle, gle, ple, f le, zle, qu, ph, be, silent b and ea Target 2: Spelling involving phonic concepts that change their most regular form: a (mask), a (swan), c (city), ch (ache), g (gentle), o (month), s (sugar), orr (work), u (super and human), u (busy), y (shy and symbol) Target 3: Spelling phonic concepts that incorporate phonemic and/or syllabic spelling strategies: age, ture, ear, au, augh and ough, tion and sion, ation and ician, ain, ie, ei, use, our, ous, ine and sure Target 4: Decoding and spelling that involves silent letter phonic concepts: silent t, silent c, silent l, silent u and silent w.

Phonic dictation Book E – for 10- to 11-year-olds Contains dictation tasks that primarily involve the application of: Target 1: A selection of Book D phonic concept revision: a (path), a (wash),o (oven), ), u (pull), ch (mechanic), c (cent), g (magic), ation, tion, ain, au (sauce), augh, ture, age, ear (early), silent l, silent t, silent u, silent w and silent n Target 2: Spelling involving the syllable spelling strategy and the following phonic concepts: acc, er, re, c (ocean), ou (courage), ial, silent c, com, ious and cious Target 3: Spelling prefixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: bi-, cir-, ad-, ex-, in-, im-, mis-, trans-, re-, de-, inter-, extra- and proTarget 4: Spelling suffixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: -able, -ible, -uble, -al, -ant, -ent, -ess, -ment, -ship, -er, -eer, -ier, -ian, -ery, -ary, -ory, -ar, -fy, -ology and -ling. R.I.C. Publications® www.ricpublications.com.au

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I put a shoe on my left foot.

boy

Dinner is the main meal eaten at night.

18 dinner

Three girls and a boy played in the park.

The seed was planted in some soil.

Blue paint was used to paint the house.

17 paint

soil

The shark swam close to the boat.

16 shark

Tennis is a type of sport.

15 sport

I am going to stay at my friend’s house.

The band played very good music.

13 band

stay

I held it tight so that I wouldn’t fall.

held

A drop of rain landed on my head.

There was no wind, so the flag didn’t fly.

11 drop

flag

The racing car sped around the track.

9 track

The lake looked very dark and deep.

8 deep

foot

It is such a hot day today.

6 such

thin

After his diet, the man became quite thin.

The sun is very bright today.

sun

Yesterday, it was wet and rainy.

The lawnmower is kept in the garden shed.

wet

I had jam on my toast.

Book A spelling words

Test sentence

4 shed

jam

Test word

Test sentence

The teacher was very strict.

spell

dress

mine

third

drew

toast

Can you count to twelve? People usually yawn when they’re very tired.

36 yawn

Many seashells washed up onto the beach.

The artist drew a wonderful picture.

For breakfast I always eat toast.

A ball broke the glass window.

I came third in the race.

Smoke drifted off the fire.

That toy is not yours. It is mine.

A circle is a shape.

The young witch cast a spell.

35 count

34 beach

31 window

29 smoke

27 shape

The young girl wore a beautiful dress.

The magic spell caused 24 shrink the fairy to shrink in size.

strict

In spring the flowers start to bloom.

22 spring

He wrote his address on 21 scrap a scrap of paper.

Book B spelling words

Test word

edge

shuttle

ache

I have an ache in my shoulder. The nurse was gentle and 46 gentle kind. The ancient symbol 47 symbol looked strange. The famous author read 48 author his book. My brother can be 49 naughty naughty. Our class excursion was to 50 excursion the fire station. The factory creates a lot 51 pollution of pollution. The fishing boat sailed into 52 harbour the harbour. Science is my favourite 53 science subject. My sister likes to wrestle 54 wrestle with our cousin. 45

The edge of the cliff is very dangerous. Try not to frighten the birds. Mum prepared dinner in the kitchen. John became an orphan when his parents died. Let’s go to the park instead. A plumber came to fix the leaking pipe. The shuttle bus was 10 minutes late. Smoke rose up through the chimney.

Book D spelling words

44 chimney

42 plumber

41 instead

40 orphan

39 kitchen

38 frighten

Test sentence

Book C spelling words

Test word

Test sentence

Scoring/Interpretation: If the student spells one or more words incorrectly, within a single target, then he/she requires spelling intervention at that particular stage.

The war was fought by courageous men and women. English is the official language 56 official of Australia. Our neighbour has a ferocious 57 ferocious guard dog. My brother rides his bicycle to 58 bicycle school. The museum exhibition was 59 exhibition well attended. Our class was interrupted by 60 interrupted the fire alarm. The Great Pyramid is an 61 incredible incredible engineering achievement. The queen wore a magnificent 62 magnificent crown of diamonds. The centenarian celebrated 63 centenarian his 100th birthday. Vulcanology is the study of 64 vulcanology volcanoes.

Book E spelling words 55 courageous

Test word

Adult says: ‘I want you to write a list of words. They start off easy and become more difficult. I will put each of the words into a sentence so you understand what each word is, but I only want you to write the word and not the whole sentence’.

Task instructions:

The following non-standardised spelling test can also be used to establish a general starting point for Phonic dictation.

Dictation program placement test

Target 1

Target 2

Target 3

Target 4

CVC

sh, ch, th

oo, ee, ck

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CVCC

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Tips for teachers and parents ... How to assist students when reading • Most importantly, ensure the students have fun and enjoy reading the simple and sometimes silly stories. • Encourage students to go slowly and not rush the reading practice. Always remember to praise students’ early reading efforts. • Encourage students to ‘sound out’ (decode) unfamiliar words. Typically, students require multiple opportunities to decode before whole-word (or ‘sight-word’) reading is achieved. • If students are finding the visual element of reading difficult, it is recommended adults use a bookmark to assist students to focus on the word or words being read. Another technique that supports the visual aspects of reading is to enlarge the worksheets from an A4 to A3. • Some students require additional reading practice. If this is the case: – read the focus story several times on the same day; or – read the focus story every day over a week. Remember, with short and frequent practice, reading skills development typically follows.

How to assist students when writing

• Most importantly, ensure the students have fun and enjoy the rewriting of the simple and sometimes silly stories. Make sure students do not rush the writing process. Always remember to praise students’ early writing efforts. • Importantly, focus initially on only one goal. Over time, as skills develop, students are able to concentrate on multiple goals (e.g. spelling goals, punctuation goals and handwriting goals simultaneously). • Supporting adults can assist early writing efforts by: –

sounding out words

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pointing to a desk strip or chart to prompt the recall of alphabet and/or phonic patterns

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prompting correct letter formation (e.g. ‘Start at the top and go down’).

• Some students require additional writing practice. If this is the case: –

read the focus story several times. The more familiar a student is with the content of the story, the easier it should be to engage in writing it

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rewrite the focus story each day over a week.

Remember, with short and frequent practice, writing skill development follows. • Finally, ask students to read their dictated story back to an adult before finishing the task.

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The first step to establishing letter formation is having the right posture A great sitting position at the desk

A great standing position

Keep an eye out:

• for both feet flat on the floor • for forearms that are resting comfortably on the desk • that the bottom is placed towards the back of the seat

• that weight is evenly distributed over both feet • that the feet are approximately shoulder width apart • for a trunk that is fairly straight.

• that the back is straight and leaning forward slightly, not slumped over the desk or slouched back in the chair.

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Pencil grip It is much easier to introduce and reinforce the proper way to hold a pencil than to try to change an inefficient style after the child has used it for several years. Handwriting difficulties can be avoided in later years if there is an early emphasis on developing fine motor skills, learning how to hold a pencil and regular practice. A proper pencil grip is stable and comfortable, and movements are produced by the smaller muscles of the fingers rather than the whole hand. One important feature of this type of grip is an open and rounded web space (the space formed by the thumb and index finger). It is much harder to move a pencil with finger movements if it is closed.

The shaft of the pencil should rest gently in the webspace. Children can check to see if their pencil is ‘lying back on its pillow’.

What is a good pencil grip? • The pencil shaft is held between the pads of the index finger and the thumb of the dominant hand. • The middle finger sits along side the index finger, supporting the underside of the pencil. • The ring and little fingers curl gently into the palm.

• There is an open, fairly circular web space formed by the thumb and index finger. This is where the pencil There are a number of ways to encourage shaft rests. the right grip. For example: • Make an ‘okay’ sign with fingers. Place the pencil between the thumb and index fingers, then drop the middle ring and little fingers under the pencil. The last joint of the middle finger sits next to the index finger so it can support the underside of the pencil.

• Sometimes the pad of the middle finger is on the pencil, too; this is acceptable if the web space remains open.

• Children can be reminded to hold their pencil with their ‘okay’ fingers. • The pinch action of the index finger and thumb, with the middle, ring and little fingers tucked into the palm, mimics the action of a bird’s pecking beak. Children can be reminded to make the bird’s beak and hold their pencil. • Sometimes children find it hard to keep their middle, ring or little fingers tucked into their palm. They often ‘climb’ onto the pencil shaft. Children can try holding a small marble or wishing stone in the palm of their hand as they write to help them maintain the right grip. • There are a large number of commercially available pencil grips to help children hold their pencils correctly. • Extremely short pencils can be used to encourage a child to use fingertips rather than the whole hand. R.I.C. Publications® www.ricpublications.com.au

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Pencil grip (continued) What is NOT a good pencil grip?

Thumb wrap

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Interdigital brace

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Position of paper Tilt the paper

Hold the paper down

Before starting to write, it is a good idea to position the paper so that the children can see their work as they go, and can maintain the correct hand position for writing.

Make sure that the non-dominant hand is helping by stabilising the paper.

Left-handers tilt the top left-hand corner of their page up.

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Am I ready to write?

Do I have good posture? • Sitting back in my chair • Back straight and leaning slightly forward • Feet are flat on the floor

Do I have good pencil grip? The pencil is held between the pads of my index finger and thumb.

Right-handed writers tilt the top right corner of the page up. Left-handed writers tilt the top left corner of the page up.

Do I have the heel, of my writing hand, on the paper? This keeps my hand steady so my fingers can do the work.

✓

Now I am ready to write.

Remind students of each point before commencing each dictation task.

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Target

Dictation tasks that revise a selection of the following Book D phonic concepts: a (path), a (wash), o (oven), u (pull), ch (mechanic), c (cent), g (magic), ation, tion, ain, au (sauce), augh (caught), ture, age, ear (early), silent l, silent t, silent u, silent w and silent n

Dictation tasks that involve the syllable spelling strategy and the following phonic concepts: acc, er, re, c (ocean), ou (courage), ial, silent c, com, ious and cious

Target

Dictation tasks that involve spelling prefixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: bi-, cir-, ad-, ex-, in-, im-, mis-, trans-, re-, de-, inter-, extra- and pro-

Dictation tasks that involve spelling suffixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: -able, -ible, -uble, -al, -ant, -ent, -ess, -ment, -ship, -er, -eer, -ier, -ian, -ery, –ary, -ory, -ar, -fy, -ology and -ling

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a as ‘ar’ and a as ‘o’ Dictation passage: Frogs in masks

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Frogs in masks There was a swan who resided in a tiny yacht on a swamp. He was constantly searching for quality twigs he could squash into his nest. Every day he wandered along the grass path near the swamp carrying a basket to collect the twigs. One ordinary day, as he cast his eyes about, scouting for grass and twigs, he noticed a pair of frogs wearing masks. He paused to observe as the frogs commenced squabbling. ‘I’ll take a bath in a glass’, rasped one frog.

ceased their squabble and followed the swan to the swamp.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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(b) Label the a as ‘ar’ and a as ‘o’ words.

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a as ‘ar’ and a as ‘o’ Dictation passage: Frogs in masks

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Frogs in masks There was a swon who reside in a tiny yacht on a swamp. he was constantly searching for quality twigs he could skwash into his nest. Every day wandered along the grass path near the swamp carry a basket to collect the twigs. One ordinary day, as he carst his eyes about, scouting for gras and twigs, he noticed

‘if you want to be squashed’ replied the other with a nasty growl. ‘How about the swamp.’ interrupted the swan. At last the two frogs ceased their squabble followed the swan to the swomp.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

Do your dictation.

Listen carefully and use the spelling, writing and punctuation that you have practised.

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o as ‘u’ and u as ‘oo’ Dictation passage: A visitor from London

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A visitor from London Next Monday my superb brother Paul is coming all the way from London for a visit. He will linger a whole month and for his comfort I will pull the futon out and cover it with a Superman™ bedspread. Paul has won several awards for his super sponge that absorbs honey. He has sold dozens and made a tremendous amount of money. He also designed another product. It is an oven glove that registers when a cake is sufficiently cooked and ready for

my bulldog, Monkey, and consume sugar damper until we are full.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A visitor from London Next monday my superb brother paul is coming all the way from London for a visit. He will linger a whole Month and for his comfort will pull the futon out and cuver it with a Superman™ bedspread Paul has won several awards for his soopa sponge that absorb honey. He has sold dozens made a tremendous amount of

money. he also designed another product. It is an oven glove

consumption. I wonder if it will be as successful as his uther invention? While here, Paul is eager to go camping in the Bush with my bulldog, Monkey, and consume shugar damper until we are full. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

Do your dictation.

Listen carefully and use the spelling, writing and punctuation that you have practised.

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ch as ‘k’ Dictation passage: The mechanic’s aches

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The mechanic’s aches During a strenuous day at work, a mechanic began to hear an echo in his head. He continued to work; however, the echo was deafening. His discomfort increased with an ache in his stomach. The mechanic felt so ill he was unable to continue working. Following a visit to the doctor, he was prescribed a collection of pills which he purchased from the chemist. The pills were manufactured from orchid flowers. Once the mechanic had taken several pills, his symptoms began to

could so rapidly improve his aches.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ch as ‘k’ words.

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ch as ‘k’ Dictation passage: The mechanic’s aches

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The mechanic’s aches During a strenuous day at work, a mekanic began to hear an echo in His head. He continued to work; however, the echo was deafen. his discomfort increased with an ache in his stomack. The mechanic felt so ill he was unable to continue working? Follow a visit to the doctor, he was prescribed a collection of pills which he purchased

from the cemist. The pills were manufactured from orcid flowers.

improve. The echo in his head ceased the ache in his stomach disappeared. it is amazing how miniature pills create from orchids could so rapidly improve his aiches. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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c as ‘s’ and g as ‘j’ Dictation passage: The magic circus

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The magic circus A strange silence echoed through the city streets. A fancy circus had recently arrived in town and the people were so excited. They were certain it would be a fantastic show. The circus had previously visited the town twice before, but five years had passed since the last show. The people were thrilled to have a chance to see the new magic show by the gentle gypsy. They perched on the edge of their seats in silence as the gypsy did an exaggerated bow. Watching

intently as the gypsy arranged three tiny mice on the edge of the

erupted in applause. With a flick of the gypsy’s cape, the mice had disappeared and were replaced by a huge elephant.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the c as ‘s’ and g as ‘j’ words.

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c as ‘s’ and g as ‘j’ Dictation passage: The magic circus

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The magic circus A strange silence echoed through the sity streets. a fancy circus had recently arrived in town the people were so excite. They were certain it would be a fantastic show? The circus had previously visited the town twise before, but five years had passed since the last show. The people were thrilled have a chance to see the new

majic show by the Gentle gypsy. They perched on the edge of their

intently as the jipsy arranged three tiny mice on the edge of the table, the crowd held their breath. Then suddenly the circus tent erupted in applause. With a flik of the gypsy’s cape, the mice had disappeared and were replace by a huge elephant

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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ation and tion Dictation passage: Destruction and pollution

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Destruction and pollution

N POLLUTIO S SOLUTION

Our teacher required us to prepare a presentation on the destruction of the environment. She requested we pay attention to punctuation and make corrections prior to submitting it. The presentation was to include a section that gave information on actions that could be taken to eliminate pollution, a description of how our nation had attempted to deal with the problem of pollution and a list of any organisations that had provided solutions. In addition, we were

to mention any inventions which had aided the protection of the

suggestions, plus a list of questions. The presentation will be an interesting part of our education and is part of our preparation for our final examination.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ation and tion words.

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ation and tion Dictation passage: Destruction and pollution

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Destruction and pollution Our teacher require us to prepare a presentation on the destrucsion of the environment. she requested we pay attention punctuation and make corrections prior to submitting it. The presentation wos to include a section that gave information on actions that could be taken to eliminate pollution, a description of how our nashon

had attempted to deal the problem of pollution and a list of any

to mention any inventions which had aded the protection of the Environment. Our teacher directions were clear? She included suggestions, plus a list of question. the presentation will be an interesting part of our education and is pat of our preparation for our final examination. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

N POLLUTIO S SOLUTION

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ain Dictation passage: Across the mountains

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Across the mountains Great Britain was often referred to as the ‘mother country’ and Captain Cook the ‘Father of Australia’. Although Captain Cook was not the first ship’s captain to discover Australia, he was the first to claim it for his country, Great Britain. He was uncertain it could ever be inhabited, but people came. Initially the settlers struggled to cross the mountain ranges. Many explorers were certain the centre of Australia held an inland sea, the fountain that fed it’s rivers.

Australia’s early history is filled with brave men, villains, explorers,

explored the outback and built our nation against certain hardship.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ain words.

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ain Dictation passage: Across the mountains

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Across the mountains Great Britain was often referred to the ‘mother country’ and Captain Cook the ‘Father of australia’. Although Captain Cook was not the first ship’s captain to discover Australia, he was the furst to claim it for his country, Great Britain He was uncertan it could ever be inhabited, but people came. initially the settlers struggle to

cross the mountain ranges. many explorers were certain the centre of Australia held an inland see, the fountin that fed it’s rivers. Australia early history is filled with brave men, villains, explorers, survivors and even chaplain. They crosed the mountains, explored the outback built our nation against certain hardship

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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au as ‘ar’, augh as ‘or’ and au as ‘or’ Dictation passage: The author and his daughter

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The author and his daughter The author took a pause from writing in August to celebrate his daughter’s birthday. The author packed a saucepan, some bread, a bottle of sauce and their fishing equipment and departed for a day by the river. The author taught his daughter to cast off and together they caught seven fish. They barbecued several fish for lunch, wrapped them in bread and sauce and consumed them hungrily. The remaining fish were hauled home in an enormous

immediately returned to work writing his new novel about a haunted house with an automatic door.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the au as ‘ar’, augh as ‘or’ and au as ‘or’ words.

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au as ‘ar’, augh as ‘or’ and au as ‘or’ Dictation passage: The author and his daughter

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The author and his daughter The author toock a pause from writing in August to celebrate his daughter’s birthday. the author packed a saucepan, some bred, a bottle of sauce and their fish equipment and departed for a day by the river. The Author taught his daughter to cast off and together they cort seven fish They barbecued several fish for

bucket. The author daughter was so delighted. Her laufter could be hear throughout the bush? On arriving home, the orthor immediately returned to work writing new novel about a haunted house with an automatic door. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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ture Dictation passage: An unlucky venture

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

An unlucky venture This evening I attended a lecture at college which attracted a mixture of people. It was located in the new structure built entirely of glass. The presenter captured our attention as he displayed pictures of his latest adventure: cycling across the state. After attaining a puncture, he decided to hike across the pasture for assistance. That was when his real adventure began. He exhibited a picture of the bull that pursued him and the rusty structure where he concealed

himself for three days. The absence of furniture resulted in sleepless

he escaped. Any future ventures will not include a hike through the pasture!

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ture words.

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ture Dictation passage: An unlucky venture

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

An unlucky venture This evening I attended a lekcher at college which attract a mixture of people. it was located in the knew structure built entirely of glass. The presenter captured our attention as displayed pictures of his latest adventure: sycling across the state. after attaining a puncture, he decided to hike across pasture for assistance. That

himself for three days. The absence of furniture resulted in sleep nights. Finally the bull’s attension was captured by another bull and he escaped. any future ventures will include a hike through the pasture! (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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age Dictation passage: Hostage!

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Hostage! Due to the shortage of work in England, Graham bought passage to Australia. He carried hardly any baggage as he had to manage a package for his uncle. During the voyage a storm raged. The mast was critically damaged but the captain managed to anchor the ship in proximity to an island. However, the islanders were savage and took the ship hostage. When Graham was injured, the islanders took him to a cottage in their village to bandage his wounds. They fed him some

sausage. Graham realised the villagers were not savage. The villagers

crew were friendly and presented each islander with a cabbage from the ship. Soon the ship was able to return to its voyage.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the age words.

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age Dictation passage: Hostage!

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Hostage! Due to the shortage of wurk in England. Graham bought passage to Australia. He carried hardly eny baggage as he had to manage a packege for his uncle. during the voyage a storm raiged. The mast was critically damaged the captain managed to anchor the ship in proximity to an island. However, the islanders were savag and took

the hostage. When graham was injured, the islanders took him to

sosage. Graham realised the village were not savage The villagers simply did not understand the language. He managed to explain the crew were friendly and present each islander with a cabbage from the ship. Soon the ship wos able to return to its voyage. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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ear as ‘er’ Dictation passage: The early bird

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Date:

Task 1

Reading practice

Read the story.

The early bird After earnest research I have discovered it is indeed true that the early bird catches the earthworm. In the early morning the earth is cool and moist and the earthworm wriggles to the surface, yearning for the warmth of the sun. The bird that begins its search for food in these early hours will soon learn how easy it is to pluck the earthworm from the earth. However, the bird that procrastinates and waits until the sun is high in the sky may yearn for the tasty earthworm,

© R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons heard it quoted that it r pays wait ar pearl grow. But my research •f or evto i e w for pu potose so nl y• but despite earnest searching, it will be disappointed. You may have

shows you need to start early to capture the earthworm!

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ear as ‘er’ words.

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ear as ‘er’ Dictation passage: The early bird

Name:

Date:

Task 3

Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The early bird After ernest research i have discover it is indeed true that the early bird catches the earthworm. In the early morning the earth is cool and moist and the earthworm wriggles the surface, yearning for the wormth of the sun The bird that begins it’s search for food in these early hours will soon learn how easy it is to pluck the earthworm

But despite earnest searching, it will be disappoint. You may have heard it quoted that it pays to wait for a purl to grow. But my resurch shows you knead to start early to capture the earthworm?

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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silent l, t, u w, n Dictation passage: The castle and the wren

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The castle and the wren In autumn, the castle folk would whistle softly as they solemnly trudged past the wreckage of the ruined castle. Passing the wreck, they felt guilty and would hasten their pace. It is never guaranteed a building will last forever, but the castle had been built incorrectly and was now condemned. Thistle flourished where the castle once stood and a community of wrens made their home between the crumbling columns. If you listened you could often hear the wren’s

his tears, brushing them with his wrist. Many a psalm has been written, but none as calming as the whistle of the wren.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the silent l, t, u, w, n words.

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silent l, t, u w, n Dictation passage: The castle and the wren

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The castle and the wren In autumn, the castle foke would wistle softly as they solemnly trudged past the wreckage of the ruin castle. Passing the wreck, they felt guilty and would hasten there pace It is never guaranteed a building will last forever, but the castle had been built incorectly and was now condemned. thistle flourished were the Castle once

stood and a community of wrens made their home between the crumbling columns. If you you could often hear the wren’s

whistle. it was like a balm to the folk of the castle and tear would moisten their cheeks. Even the guard with his sword would disgise his tears, brush them with his wrist. Many a salm has been written, but none as calming as the whistle of the wren. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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Stop © R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons •f orr evi ew pur posesonl y• Do not progress to Target 2 until … students can read with minimal errors the passages that contain Target 1 phonics students can complete the dictation tasks with minimal spelling, punctuation and letter formation errors.

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Target

Dictation tasks that involve the syllable spelling strategy and the following phonic concepts: acc, er, re, c (ocean), ou (courage), ial, silent c, com, ious and cious

Target

Dictation tasks that involve spelling prefixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: bi-, cir-, ad-, ex-, in-, im-, mis-, trans-, re-, de-, inter-, extra- and pro-

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acc Dictation passage: Accident or not?

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Accident or not? According to the police investigation, the accident was not caused by foul weather. A witness account revealed the driver had an accomplice and they had attempted to access the ATM with a stolen card. It appeared this account was accurate as several other witnesses confirmed it. When the card failed to work, the driver and his accomplice were seen accelerating down to the intersection and through the red traffic light. According to the witness account, the

vehicle passed through the intersection and collided with a signpost.

driving and attempting to access an ATM with a stolen card.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the acc words.

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acc Dictation passage: Accident or not?

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Accident or not? According to the police investigation, the acident was not caused by foul wether. A witness account reveal the driver had an accomplice and they had attempted to access the ATM with stolen card. it appeared this account was accurate as several other witnesses confirmed it When the card fail to work, the Driver and

vehicle passed the intersection and colided with a signpost. The polise accused the driver and his accomplice of dangerous driving and attempting to access an AtM with a stolen card.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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er and re Dictation passage: The media centre

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Date:

Task 1

Reading practice

Read the story.

The media centre The media centre is one kilometre from the beach. It is constructed in the shape of a cylinder and measures fifteen metres across. The designer won an award for its design, as he had considered how to make it trespasser-proof but still welcoming to newcomers. The centre is home to a newspaper, television and computer media company. Its founder is the grandson of a famous explorer who himself is a popular composer. The centre manager is an interesting

character who arrives at work each day in his private helicopter.

media centre is an altogether interesting location to visit.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the er and re words.

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er and re Dictation passage: The media centre

Name:

Date:

Task 3

Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The media centre The media center is one kilometre from the beach? It constructed in the shape of a cylinder and meashures fifteen metre across. The Designer won an aword for its design, as he had consider how to make it trespasser-proof but still welcoming to newcomers. the centre is home to a newspaper, television and computer media

company. its founder is the grandson of a famous explorir who himself Is a popular composer. The centre manager is an interest character who arrives at work each day in his private helicoptor. Whether you are a backpacker, a dancer or a regular citizen, the media centre is altogether interesting location to visit.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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er and re Dictation passage: A terrible blunder

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A terrible blunder Alexander, a television producer, recently made a terrible blunder which almost resulted in disaster. During the news program, the announcer was explaining how a lawyer had become the founder of a helicopter training school. Suddenly, an observer from the audience screamed, ‘Fire!’ Alexander used a fire extinguisher to immediately extinguish the fire, which had started only thirty centimetres from the announcer. Earlier, when attempting to decipher a puzzle, Alexander

had placed a candle on the table. Fortunately the bystander had seen

consider if Alexander would retain his position, as he was supposed to be the leader. Alexander had made a potentially unforgivable blunder.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the er and re words.

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er and re Dictation passage: A terrible blunder

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A terrible blunder Alexander, a television producre, recently made a terrible blundor which almost result in disaster. during the news program, the announcer was explaining how a lawyer had become the founder of a helicopter training school. Suddenly an observer from the audience screamed, ‘Fire?’ Alexander a fire extinguisher to imediately

extinguish the fire, which had start only thirty centimetres from the

had placed a candle on the table. Fortunately the bystander had the fire before it became a disaster. However, the Manager had to consider if Alexander would retane his position, as he was supposed to be the leader. Alexandre had made a potentially unforgivable blunder. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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c as ‘sh’ Dictation passage: Ocean secrets

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Ocean secrets Tracey adored the ocean, especially on sunny days. She was a specialist in marine biology. Tracey took delight in her profession because it allowed her to be in close proximity to the mesmerising ocean. There was nothing artificial about the ocean. On occasions it looked so calm and peaceful, but under the waves dwelt so many special creatures. Tracey was especially fascinated by dolphins. These creatures were such efficient hunters, working together

there truly was a sea monster with facial hair, just like the ancient tales described.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the c as ‘sh’ words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Ocean secrets Tracey adored the oshean, especially on sunny day. She was a specialist in marine biology. tracey took delight in her profession because it alowed her to be in close proximity to the mesmerising Ocean. There was nothing artificial about the ocean On occations it looked so calm and peaceful, but under the waves dwelt so many

special creatures. Tracey was especially fascinate by dolphins.

making special rings to herd. Tracey loved to imagine what ancient creatures may have inhabited the ocean long ago. Perhaps there truly a sea monster with fashal hair, Just like the ancient tales described. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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ou as ‘u’ Dictation passage: A courageous move

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A courageous move A young couple resided in a vibrant city. Their residence was a tiny apartment. Their trouble began when the young woman contracted a strain of the flu. Her husband attempted to assist by preparing nourishing soups, but he was discouraged as her illness continued. A childhood friend encouraged them to move out of the city and into the country. The young couple took his advice and relocated to the southern region of the country. The woman was soon robust

and healthy, and the young couple flourished living in the country.

However, now they live in a double-storey home in the country and are happily content.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ou as ‘u’ words.

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ou as ‘u’ Dictation passage: A courageous move

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A courageous move A yung couple resided in a vibrant sity. Their residence was a tiny apartment. their trouble began when the young woman contract a strane of the flu. Her husband attempted to assist by prepare nourishing soups! but he was discouraged as her illness continued. a childhood friend encouraged them to move out of the city and

into the country. The young couple took his advice and

to the Southern region of the country. The woman was soon robust and helthy, and the young couple flourished live in the country. It took courage to face their troubles and permanently relocate. However, now they live in a duble-storey home in the and are happily content (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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ial Dictation passage: A celestial social

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A celestial social To celebrate the special celestial event, we attended the community social at the memorial park. It began with an official presentation by the major, who was influential in organising the event. It was followed by a martial arts demonstration by an instructor with the highest credentials. Young children performed a special play recounting the story of the lunar eclipse (the celestial event we had come to witness). The stage was decorated with artificial flowers

constructed of metallic material, made to appear as stars. It was

and their comical facial expressions. It was a memorable social event which concluded with residential lights being switched off to watch the partial lunar eclipse, a most amazing celestial event.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ial words.

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ial Dictation passage: A celestial social

Name:

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A celestial social To celebrate the specil celestial event, We attended the community social at the memoral park. It began with an official presentation by the major, who was influential in organise the event. It was followed by a martial arts demonstration by an instructor with the high credentials. young children performed a special

constructed of metallic material, made to appear as stars. it was especially fun to watch the Children, dressed as celestial beings. and their comical facial expresions. It was a memorable social event which concluded with the residential lights being switch off to watch the partial lunar eclipse, a most amaizing celestial event.

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Silent c Dictation passage: Fascinating science

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Fascinating science Stuart, a scientist who was fascinated by the muscles of the human body, conducted many scientific experiments to learn more about how muscles work. Stuart’s greatest scientific achievement was his study of how to cure a muscle abscess. His schedule was frequently filled with science experiments and scientific presentations. Stuart’s recent presentation featured a scene of a man ascending a mountain. The background scenery was beautiful. Using scissors,

on the muscles of the human body.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the silent c words.

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Silent c Dictation passage: Fascinating science

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Fascinating science Stuart. a sientist who was fascinated by the muscles of the Human body, conducted many scientific experiment to lern more about how muscles work. Stuart’s graitest scientific achievement was his study of how to cure a musle abscess. his schedule was frequently fill with science experiments and scientific presentations.

Stuart’s recent presentation featured a of a man ascending a mountain. The background scenury was beautiful. Using scissors, stuart had cut the outline of individual muscles and attached them to the model of the man It was a fascinate scientific presentation the muscles of the human body. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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Task 5

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com Dictation passage: Community competition

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story. tion pilams oe Com of p

Community competition

The multinational computer company desired to contribute to the local community. They decided to host a competition. Contestants were asked to compose poetry about what made the community special. A vast number of entries complicated the judging process, making it arduous for judges to compare poems and select a winner. Eventually a poem about an old man and his companion, a little dog, was commonly agreed to be the winner. Because so many

wonderful poems were submitted in the competition, the director of

book. The compilation was made available for purchase and all proceeds were donated to the community.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the com words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Community competition The multinational computer Company desired to contribute to the local comunity. They desided to host a competition. contestants were asked to compos poetry about what made the community special. the vast number of entries complicate the judge process, making arduous for judges to compair poems and select a

wonderful poems were submitted in the competition. the director of the company decided compile the submissions into a compact book. The Compilation was made available for purchase and all proceed were donated to the community. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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Task 5

tion pilams oe Com of p

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ious Dictation passage: Devious outlaws

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Devious outlaws The western was a hilarious comedy centred upon a pair of devious outlaws who were notorious for their stagecoach robberies. Although they appeared to be quite devious, in reality they were harmless fools. Rob was a gangly, cautious cowboy who was oblivious to the destruction caused by his indecision. Roy, his ambitious side-kick, became furious with their inability to successfully complete a robbery. Each previous attempt had ended in disaster. Perhaps the most

hilarious scene was when Rob attempted to steal a luxurious coach.

exotic circus. The laughter of the audience as Rob and Roy attempted to escape from the snakes was infectious.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ious words.

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ious Dictation passage: Devious outlaws

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Devious outlaws The western was a hilarious comedy centred upon a pear of devious outlaws who were notorius for their stagecoach robberies. although they appear to be quite devios, in reality they were harm fools. Rob was a gangly, cautious cowboy who was oblivious to the destruction caused his indecision. Roy, his ambitious side-kick,

became furious with their inability to successfully complete a robbery.

hilarious scene was when rob attempted to steel a luxurious coach. However, the coach contain various poisonous snakes from an exotic circus. The laughter of the Audience as rob and Roy attempted escape from the snakes was infectious. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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cious Dictation passage: A ferocious hero

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A ferocious hero Sophie woke, conscious of the pending dawn. Outside she could hear the barks of the ferocious dog next door. Sophie was paranoid of the vicious dog and yearned for him to reside elsewhere. This particular morning the barks were incessant and Sophie became suspicious that there may be an intruder. Peeking through her curtain, she spied the evil face of a malicious thief creeping through her garden. She immediately phoned the

police, then observed as the thief attempted to pry open her door,

thief, and for once Sophie was grateful for the barking of her neighbour’s ferocious dog.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the cious words.

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A ferocious hero Sophie woke, consious of the pending dawn Outside she could here the barks of the ferocious dog door. Sophie was paranoid of the vicious Dog and yearned for him to rezide elsewhere. this particular morning the barks were insessant and sophie became suspicious that there may be intruder.

Peeking through hercurtain. she spied the evil face of a malicious

police, then observe as the thief attempted pry open her door, unconscious of his approaching doom. The police arrested the thief, and for once Sophie was grateful for the bark of her neighbour’s ferocious dog. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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ious and cious Dictation passage: A curious smell

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A curious smell Maximus was a serious boy who inhabited a spacious house, yet he frequently passed his days reading various books in his room. One particular afternoon a most delicious smell wafted through his window. Maximus was curious and very anxious to discover what the mysterious smell was, so he commenced the tedious walk to the luxurious house next door. On arriving, Maximus beheld a glorious sight. A lengthy table was laden with delicious sweets. It was

sweets. Fortunately, the neighbours graciously invited Maximus to join them. Maximus was victorious; he had made new friends and could gorge himself on those delicious sweets.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ious and cious words.

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ious and cious Dictation passage: A curious smell

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A curious smell Maximus was a sercious boy who inhabited a spacious hous, yet he frequently pass his days read various Books in his room. one particular afternoon a most delicious smell wafted through his window. Maximus was curious and very anxious to discover what the mysterios smell was, so he commenced the tedious walk

to the luxurious house next door On arriving, maximus beheld a

was obvious a party was in progress and Maximus was jealous he had not been invited; he was anxcious to sample some of those delicious sweats. Fortunately, the neighbours graciously invited Maximus to join them. Maximus was victorious; He had made new friends and could gorge himself those delicious sweets. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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Stop © R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons •f orr evi ew pur posesonl y• Do not progress to Target 3 until … students can read the passages that contain Target 2 phonics with minimal errors students can complete the dictation tasks with minimal spelling, punctuation and letter formation errors.

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Dictation tasks that involve the syllable spelling strategy and the following phonic concepts: acc, er, re, c (ocean), ou (courage), ial, silent c, com, ious and cious

Target

Dictation tasks that involve spelling prefixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: bi-, cir-, ad-, ex-, in-, im-, mis-, trans-, re-, de-, inter-, extra- and pro-

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bi- Dictation passage: Bicycles, bikinis and bifocals!

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Bicycles, bikinis and bifocals! Adriana was bilingual and her fluency in Italian was essential to the biennial trip which toured Italy. Adriana had fond memories of riding a bicycle through the cobblestoned streets of Rome and soaring over the fields of Tuscany in a biplane. However, sunbaking in her bikini on the Italian beaches resulted in a nasty sunburn on her biceps. While in Italy, the tour had joined the bicentenary celebrations at the university in Florence. The crowd was so

trip ended in disaster when Adriana misplaced her bifocal glasses. Consequently, she failed to see the protruding stone in the path and fell, painfully chipping her bicuspid tooth.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the bi- words.

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bi- Dictation passage: Bicycles, bikinis and bifocals!

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Bicycles, bikinis and bifocals! Adriana bilingual and her fluency in Italian was essential to the biennial trip which toured Italy. Adriana had fond memories of ride a bycicle through the cobblestoned streets of Rome and soring over the fields of tuscany in a biplane. However, sunbaking in her bikini the Italian beaches resulted in a nasty sunburn

on Her biceps. Wile in Italy! the tour had joined the bicentenary

extensive it was impossible to see the Performance on stage without binoculars. despite numerous fantastik experiences, the trip ended in disaster when Adriana misplaced her bifocal glass. Consequently, she failed to see the protrude stone in the parth and fell, painfully chipping her bicuspid tooth.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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cir- Dictation passage: A circus circular

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A circus circular Hannah was contracted to design and circulate an advertisement for an upcoming circus. She selected a circular shape for the advertisement to look exactly like the marquee of the circus. Hannah checked the circumference of the marquee and made the advertisement to scale. She alternated red and white stripes to form the circular pattern of the marquee’s roof. Once the advertisement was printed, it was Hannah’s responsibility to circulate it to

each residence in the area. Her distribution circuit covered over

circumvent the swamp. Thanks to Hannah’s innovative design and distribution of the advertisement, the circus was a success, with unprecedented attendance.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ci- words.

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cir- Dictation passage: A circus circular

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A circus circular Hannah was contract to design and sirculate an advertisement for the upcoming circus. she selected a circular shape for the advertisement to look exactly like the marquee of the circus. Hannah cheked the circumference of the marquee and made the advertisement to scale? She alternated red and white stipe to from

residence in the area. Her distribution circuit cover over 10 kilometres; however, it was made longer by the need to circumvent the swomp. Thanks to Hannah innovative design and distribution of the Advertisement, the circus was a success, with unprecedented attendance. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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ad- Dictation passage: Chocolate addiction

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Chocolate addiction Michael adored chocolate; however, he overindulged. As a consequence, he became extremely ill and was forced to admit he was an addict. His doctor advised him to adhere to a strict diet of fruit and vegetables. After one week, he was advised to adjust the diet to include meat and rice. Although it would take time for his body to adapt to the absence of chocolate, Michael would soon be free of his addiction. In addition, he would enjoy an increase in

chocolate, but admitted he felt so much better when he adhered to the diet with discipline.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ad- words.

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ad- Dictation passage: Chocolate addiction

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Chocolate addiction Michael addored chocolate; however, he overindulge. As a consequence, he became extreme ill and was forced to admit he was an addict. his doctor advised him to adhere to a strict diet of fruit and vegetables. After one week, he advised to adjust the diet to enclude meat and rise. Although it would take time for his

energy; An advantage of consuming healthy food. Michael is to be admired for adopt the new diet without complant. He still craved Chocolate, but admitted he felt so much better when adhered to the diet with discipline. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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ex- Dictation passage 1: Exiles!

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Exiles! The refugees were expelled from their homes to become exiles in a strange land. Except for their clothes, they had nothing, including no money to exchange for food. They wandered, exhausted, through the desert, excluded from the villages; an experience which left them afraid. At the export port, a captain extended kindness and offered the exiles passage on his ship in exchange for labour upon reaching their destination. On arrival, the exiles worked hard

excavating the captain’s land and building a new export centre. In

homes, food and clothes until their work commitment expired. The exiles were then free to live their lives in this new world.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ex- words.

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ex- Dictation passage 1: Exiles!

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Exiles! The refugee were expelled from there homes to become exiles in a strange land. Ekcept for their clothes, they had nothing, including no muney to exchange for food. They wondered, exhausted, through the desert, excluded from the Villages; an experience which left them afraid. at the export port, captain extended kindness and

excavating the captain’s land and building a knew export Centre. In exchange for their exsellent work, the captain provided them with homes, food and clothes until their work commitment expired. the exiles were then free to live their lives in this new world. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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ex- Dictation passage 2: Extreme science exhibition

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Extreme science exhibition Our excursion to the extreme science exhibition was so exciting! We were encouraged to explore the extensive displays of amazing scientific experiments and discuss with the experts any scientific questions raised. We had an opportunity to examine real space rocks, discover the science of facial expressions and explore the existence of life in a swamp. The most exciting example of extreme science was a chemistry lab display. At exactly half past the hour, the chemicals met

experience and I expect we will return for next year’s exhibition.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the ex- words.

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ex- Dictation passage 2: Extreme science exhibition

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Extreme science exhibition our excursion to the extreme science Exhibition was so exciting We were encourage to explore the extensive displays of amazing scientific experiments and discuss with the eksperts any sientific questions raised. We had opportunity to examine real space rocks, discover the science of facial expressions and explore the existence of

in a central dome where they exploded in a cloud colourful smoke. It may have been an expensive exercise, But it was a mind-expand experience and I expect we will retern for next year’s exhibition.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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in- Dictation passage: Invading army

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Invading army The buzzing sound seemed to increase until it was a deafening drone intruding the peace of the night. It was enough to incite fear in the bravest of creatures, as it signalled the invasion of the tiny but mighty army which would soon infiltrate their homes. The wasp army had an inborn desire for food, which would include anything in its path, and they would soon inhabit this whole area. However, instead of fear, Terrance wore a determined expression. He had

a plan to infect the wasps’ food source with a bitter poison which

successful and made a significant indent in the wasp population, so they would never again cause such havoc, nor instil such fear.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the in- words.

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in- Dictation passage: Invading army

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 14 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Invading army The buzzing sound seem to increase until it was a deafening drone entruding the peace of the night It was enough to incite fear in the brave of creatures, as it signalled the invasion of the tiny but mighty army which would soon infiltrate their homes. The wasp army had an inborn desire for food, Which would include anything

in its parth, and they would soon inhabit this whole area. However, instead of fear, terrance wore a determined expresion. he had a plan to infect wasps’ food source with a bitter poison which wood influence their ability to breathe. His plan was extremely successful and maid a significant indent in the wasp population, So they would never again cors such havoc, nor instil such fear. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 14?

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im- Dictation passage: Immerse the burn

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Immerse the burn In the case of a severe burn, I must impress upon you the importance of immediate immersion in cold running water. A burn typically causes immense pain; however, the cooling properties of the water will offer some relief. The impact of the burn on the skin tissue is also lessened. Although the burn may leave a permanent imprint on the skin, the scarring will be decreased by immediate immersion. However, where the initial impulse may be to immerse the burn in

water; however, this is avoided when using running water.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the im- words.

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im- Dictation passage: Immerse the burn

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Immerse the burn In the case a severe burn, i must impress upon you the immportance of immediate immersion in cold run water. A Burn typically cause immense pain; however, the cooling properties of the worter will offer sum relief. The impact of the burn the skin tissue is also lessen. Although the burn may leave a permanent imprint on

a body of water. the benefits are increased by using running water. when immersed, the heat of the burn will rayse the temperature of the water; however, this is avoided when using running water. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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in- and im- Dictation passage: Bug infiltration

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Bug infiltration Flying black bugs have infiltrated the area and now inhabit the dense forest. During winter their numbers increase until they intrude the quiet of the forest with their incessant buzzing. The bugs have a painful sting, injecting a poison which results in a nasty skin infection. The insect’s bite leaves an indentation on the skin for several days and causes immense pain when the victim inhales. Only those with an innate immunity escape the infection. Immediate

medical attention is required, or the bite can be immersed in oil

influence to instil in hikers an awareness of the need to incorporate insect protection when hiking in the forest.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the in- and im- words.

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in- and im- Dictation passage: Bug infiltration

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Bug infiltration Flying black Bugs have infiltrated the area and now habit the dense forest. During winter their numbers increase until they introod the quiet of the forest with there incessant buzz. The bugs have a painful sting, injecting a poison which results in a nasty skin infection The insect’s bite leave an indentashon on the skin for

medical attention is required, Or the bite can be immersed oil to reduce the impact of the sting. the local ranger is using his influence to instil in hikers an awareness of the need incorporate insect protection when hiking in the forest. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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mis- Dictation passage 1: Mistake and misjudge

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Mistake and misjudge An elderly gentleman was accused of misconduct and misrepresenting himself as an expert with the intention of misleading the public. He was also accused of mismanaging his staff and misusing public funds. The gentleman argued it was all a misunderstanding that started when he mislaid his notes for his official presentation. Although he had misgivings, he consented to use the notes provided by his assistant. As he presented the

speech, he realised there were misprints. He suspected his assistant

The accused gentleman argued his crime was no more than a mistake and declared he had misjudged the ability of his assistant. He pleaded not guilty to the charge of misconduct, but offered to publicly apologise for his mistake.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the mis- words.

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Mistake and misjudge An elderly Gentleman was accused of misconduct and missrepresenting himself as an expert with the intention misleading the public. He was also accused of mismanaging his staff and misusing public funds. the gentleman argued it was all a misunderstand that started when he mislaid his notes for his

official presentaton. although he had missgivings, he consented

speech, He realised there were misprints. He suspect his assistant had either misinterpreted the information or had bean misinformed. The accused gentleman argued his crime was no more than a mistake declared he had misjudged the ability of his assistant? He pleeded not guilty to the charge of misconduct, but offered to publicly apologise for his mistake. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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mis- Dictation passage 2: Misguided mischief

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Misguided mischief Sebastian was constantly involved in mischief. Although sometimes amusing, his misdeeds regularly landed him in trouble. His mother scolded Sebastian and pleaded with him to cease his misbehaving ways, but Sebastian’s mischief continued. His father argued his misconduct left no choice but for them to mistrust him. But still Sebastian continued in his misguided attempts to entertain with his pranks. In fact, Sebastian’s misbehaviour continued until one

sunlit afternoon, when he had the misfortune to experience the full

contemplating his next mischievous prank, when he suddenly walked unawares into his mislaid trap. This mishap left Sebastian with a new resolve to never again misbehave! Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the mis- words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Misguided mischief Sebastian was constantly involved in misschief. although sometimes amusing, his misdeeds regularly landed him in trouble. His mother scolded sebastian and pleaded with him to cease his misbehave ways, but Sebastian’s mischief continued. His father argue his misconduct left no choyce but for them to mistrust him. but still

Sebastian continued in his misguided attempts entertain with

sunlit afternoon, he had the misfortune to experience the full effect of his mischief. Sebastian aimlessly wondered the garden, contemplate his next mischievous prank, when He suddenly walked unawares into his mislaid trap. This mishap left Sebastian with a knew resolve to never again misbehave? (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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trans- Dictation passage: Amazing transport

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Amazing transport The transcontinental railway is an amazing feat of engineering. It began as a fledgling idea which Lewis translated into an achievable plan. Construction had been a lengthy process, utilising mainly transient workers who came from many nations. As these workers spoke so many different languages, the use of translators became essential. Now the railway is complete and able to transport people across many kilometres and many countries. There are several transition

freight. The railway has truly transformed transcontinental travel. Lewis is so pleased with his achievements; he has decided to start planning a trans-polar railway to join Russia and Canada.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the trans- words.

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trans- Dictation passage: Amazing transport

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Amazing transport The transcontinental railway is an amazing feat engineering. It began as a fledgling idea which lewis translate into an achievable plan. construction had been a lengthy prosess, utilising mainly transient workers who came from many nations. As these workers spoke so many different Languages, the use of translators became essential.

stations where passengers where able to transfer to other trains. The transcontinental railway also enables efficient transportation of freight The railway has truly transsformed transcontinental travel. Lewis is so pleesed with his achievements; he has decided to start plan a trans-polar railway to join Russia Canada.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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re- Dictation passage: Retake or retreat?

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Retake or retreat? Despite prolonged research and revision, Braden had to retake the final examination. His teacher believed his results did not reflect his knowledge and offered him a chance to retract his examination. Braden’s report the previous semester was terrible, and by choosing not to retake the assessment, he would regress to that level again. Braden was given the weekend to reflect on his options. If he chose not to resit the examination, he could immediately begin his holiday

job at the retreat. However, he would be required to repeat the same

a chance to regain his good grades, but the delay may reduce his chance of keeping the job at the retreat.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the re- words.

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re- Dictation passage: Retake or retreat?

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Retake or retreat? Despite prolonged research and revision, braden had to retake the final examinashen. His teacher believed his results did not reflect his knowledge and offer him a chance to retract his examination. Braden report the previous semester was terrible, And by choose not to retake the assessment, he would regress to that level again.

Braden was given the weekend to reflekt on his options. If he chose not to resit the examination? he could immediately begin his Holiday job at the retreat. However, he would be require to repeat the same class without a reefund. If Braden chose to retake the test, he had a chance to regane his good grades, the delay may redooc his chance of keeping the job at the retreat

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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de- Dictation passage: Decay and demolish

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Decay and demolish The council’s decision to demolish the decaying apartment complex led to the demotion of the city’s head engineer. An inquiry discovered the engineer to be at fault in his assessment of the building’s structure. The materials selected for the construction of the foundation were deficient in the necessary strength to support a complex of its size. Consequently, the building had degraded rapidly. The engineer had approved a decreased number of elevators, which resulted in extensive

value of the apartment complex and led to a suburb-wide deflation in property values. The engineer declined to comment; however, his defeat led to his resignation and hospitalisation for depression.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the de- words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Decay and demolish The council’s decision demolish the decay apartment complex led to the demoton of the city’s hed engineer. An inquiry discovered the engineer to be at fault in his assessment of the build structure. the materials selected for the construction of the foundation were deficient in the necessary strength to support a Complex of its size.

delays for residents wishing to desend from the upper floors? The inquiry described how these structural deficiencies had debased the value of the apartment complex and led to a suburb-wide deflation in propurty values. The engineer declined to comment; however, defeat led to his resignation and hospitalisation for deepression.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

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inter- Dictation passage: An interrupted interview

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

An interrupted interview Nathaniel consented to a television interview which would focus on his ground-breaking invention to reduce the impact to internal organs during a collision. Although the interview began well, with Nathaniel outlining how his interest in the field had developed, things began to deteriorate quickly. Nathaniel’s attempt to explain how the device could save lives was interrupted at regular intervals by questions from the audience. Then, as Nathaniel explained the manufacture

process, a gentleman interjected with questions about Nathaniel’s

interviewer’s attempts to intercede and allow Nathaniel to explain, the interview quickly became a riot and the interviewer called for intermission. Nathaniel was never able to complete his interview.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the inter- words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

An interrupted interview Nathaniel consented to a televition interview which would focus on his ground-breaking invention to reduce impact to inturnal organs during a collision. although the innterview began well, with nathaniel outlining how his interest in the field had develop, things began to deteriorate quickly. Nathaniel’s attempt explain how the device

process, a gentleman interjected with questions about Nathaniel failure to comply with international standards Despite the interviewer’s attempts to intersede and allow Nathaniel to explain, the interview quickly became a riot and the Interviewer called for intermission. Nathaniel was never able to complete his interview.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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extra- and inter- Dictation passage: The International Space Museum

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The International Space Museum The International Space Museum is an extraordinary place to visit and has numerous extravagant interactive displays. You can discover how rockets interface with the International Space Station and if extraterrestrial life actually exists. However, the most popular display is the science fiction computer interface, in which you pretend to be an astronaut aboard the International Space Station. It is your mission to intercept the invading extraterrestrials before

Vixen to prevent an intergalactic battle. The Planet Interchange game allows you to change the order of planets and observe what happens. The interactive and imaginative games make the International Space Museum an extra-special place to visit.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the extra- and inter- words.

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extra- and inter- Dictation passage: The International Space Museum

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The International Space Museum The International space Museum is an extraordinary place to visit and has numerous exttravagant inturactive displays. you can discover how rockets interface with the International Space Station and if extraterrestrial life actually exists. however, the most popular display the sience fiction computer interfase, in which you

pretend to be an astronaut the International Space Station.

It is your Mission to intercept the invading extraterrestrials before they reach Earth. In another game you are require to intercede between the extraordinary Moon Mice and the extravagant Venus Vixen to prevent an intergalactic battle The Planet Interchange game allow you to change the order of planets and observe what happens. The interactive and imaginative gaims make the International Space Museum an extra-special place visit. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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pro- Dictation passage: The professor prophet

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The professor prophet Professor Donaldson made great progress in promoting consistent attendance at all his seminars. Initially he had no idea how to proceed; however, the process began when he proclaimed to be a prophet. Professor Donaldson continued to provide proof by describing the future, which propelled his students to attend. His promise of producing more future projections resulted in continued attendance, until the students realised the professor was not really

a prophet. They proclaimed him a fake and attendance dramatically

authored the prologue for the popular book Protect and progress. Now Professor Donaldson was famous, which propelled the students to attend every class, even if he was not really a prophet.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the pro- words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The professor prophet Professor donaldson made great progress in promote consistent attendance at all his seminars. initially he had no idea how to proseed; however, the process began when he proclaymed to be a prophet. Professor Donaldson continued to provide prof by describe the future, which propelled his students to attend. his

promise of producing more future projections resulted in continue attendance, until the students reelised the professor was not really prophet. They proclaimed him a Fake and attendance dramatically reduced However, his popularity returned when the professor authored the prologue for the popular book Protect and progress. Now Professor Donaldson was famous, which propelled the students to attend every class, even if he not really a profet.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Listen carefully and use the spelling, writing and punctuation that you have practised. Phonic dictation

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Dictation tasks that involve the syllable spelling strategy and the following phonic concepts: acc, er, re, c (ocean), ou (courage), ial, silent c, com, ious and cious

Target

Dictation tasks that involve spelling prefixes and the strategy of syllable spelling: bi-, cir-, ad-, ex-, in-, im-, mis-, trans-, re-, de-, inter-, extra- and pro-

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-able Dictation passage: Fashionable but miserable!

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Fashionable but miserable! A fashionable person possesses a wardrobe that is always changeable. Ensuring garments are suitable and fashionable requires considerable financial investment. Avoidable fabrics include those which are delicate and not washable. Being knowledgeable about which colours combine favourably together when making selections is helpful. Certain colours and fabrics appear very disagreeable, while others are much more admirable. It is

reasonable to assume tailor-made clothing will be more flattering;

complete an outfit, but these can be quite valuable. Even a person knowledgeable about fashion can find themselves miserable if they behold another wearing identical attire.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -able words.

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-able Dictation passage: Fashionable but miserable!

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Fashionable but miserable! A fashionible person possesses a wordrobe that is always changeable. ensuring garments are suitable and fashionable requires considerabl financial investment. Avoidable fabrics include those which delicate and not washable? Being knowledgeable about witch colours combine favourably together when make

selections is helpful. Certain colours and Fabrics appear very disagreeable, while other are much more admirable. It is

reesonable to assume tailor-made clothing will more flattering; however, they are not returnable. accessories are important to complete an outfit, but these can be quite valuable. Even person knowledgeable about fashion can find themselves miserable if they behold another wearing identical attire (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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-ible Dictation passage: Incredible and responsible students

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Incredible and responsible students A responsible student has legible writing and uses intelligent words. A horrible student has a visible negative attitude and audible rude language. An incredible student is calm even when numbers are not divisible and a calculator not accessible. A reserved student feels they are invisible. But it is the gullible student who thinks even the harshest punishment is reversible and the stiffest penalty convertible. It is entirely possible that any student may be

eligible for the student of the year award, but it is much more likely

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -ible words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Incredible and responsible students A responsible student has legible write uses intelligence words. A horrible Student has a visible negative attitude is audible rude language. an incredible student is carm even when numbers are not divisible and a calculator not accessible. A reserve student who feels they are invisible. but it is the gullible student who

thinks even the hashest punishment is reversibl and the stiffest penalty convertible It is entirely possible that any stoodent may be eligible for the stoodent of the year award, but it is much likely to be the incredible and responsible students,

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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-able, ible, uble Dictation passage: A gullible subject

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A gullible subject It is a general culinary principle that combining salt or butter with popcorn makes it more edible. It is therefore a reasonable assumption that by adding salt or butter to water, it will also be more palatable. You will immediately discover butter is insoluble in water. Initially the salt is visible, but when stirred it eventually dissolves and becomes invisible. This confirms the salt is soluble in water. Now you will need to find a gullible person to test your

gag. It is debatable if they will volunteer for your future experiments, and they will certainly be irritable for some time.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -able, -ible, -uble words.

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-able, ible, uble Dictation passage: A gullible subject

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A gullible subject It is a general culinary principle that combine salt or butter with popcorn, makes it more edible. it is therefore a reasonible assumption that by adding salt or butter to water, it will also be more palatable. you will immediately discover butter is insolubl in water. Initially the salt is visible, but when stirred it eventually

dissolve and becomes invisible This confirms the salt is soluble in worter. Now you will need to find a gullible person to test your solution to determine if salty water is comparable to plane water. but be warned! Your victum will make a horrible face and an audible gag. It is debateable if they will volunteer for your future Experiments, and they will certainly be irritable some time. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

Do your dictation.

Listen carefully and use the spelling, writing and punctuation that you have practised.

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-al Dictation passage 1: Exceptional medical care

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Exceptional medical care The Royal Australian Hospital has an exceptional reputation as a national leader in providing medical care. Countless abnormal conditions, which could be fatal, are treated successfully. For serious conditions, occasional dental surgery is also conducted at the hospital. People travel numerous kilometres from rural towns to access the exceptional medical care at the hospital. A proposal to construct a rural hospital is a natural response to the expanding

medical professionals, including dental therapists, to occasionally travel from the city. The refusal of this proposal resulted in national advertising for professionals to reside and work at the rural hospital.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -al words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Exceptional medical care The Royal australian Hospital has an exceptionel reputation as a national leader in provide medical care. Countless abnormal conditions, which could fatal, are treated successfully. For serious conditions, occasionall dental surgery is also conducted at the hospital. people travel numerous kilometres from rural towns

to access the exceptional medical care at the hospital. A proposal to construct a rural Hospital is a natural response to the expanding rural demand. It would enable locals in rural towns to access medical services in central location. the original proposal wos for medical professionals. including dental therapists, to occasionally travel from the sity. The refusal of this proposal result in national advurtising for professionals to reside and work the rural hospital.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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Task 5

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-al Dictation passage 2: A musical highlight

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A musical highlight The theatrical presentation of the historical musical was an enormous success. Although initial technical difficulties and electrical malfunctions threatened to interrupt rehearsals, the musical opened on schedule. It was a significant part of a festival celebrating the penal and industrial historical roots of Australia. The initial intent was for a recital with content selected by local school principals; however, the material gathered was so extensive,

The general consensus of those who attended was that the musical was the highlight of the social season.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -al words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A musical highlight The theatricil presentation of the historical musical was enormous success. although initial technical difficulties and electrical malfunctions threatened to interrupt rehearsals, the musical open on skedule. It was a significant part of a Festival celebrating the penal and industrial historical roots of australia.

it growed into a full moosical production. the floral decorations were impressive, the material engage and the performance hysterical The general consensus of thos who attended was that the musical was the highlight the social season.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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-ant Dictation passage: The extravagant vagrant

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The extravagant vagrant The elegant woman wore an extravagant suit from a distant land. She was interviewing an applicant for the important position of her assistant. The position had become vacant when her previous assistant had left suddenly to be a participant in a television series. Now she urgently required an assistant to find a tenant for her newly refurbished apartment. She was reluctant for the apartment to stay vacant. The first applicant was ignorant and was not employed.

extravagant taste who had recently won the lottery. The assistant convinced him to become the inhabitant of the apartment. The elegant woman was delighted with her gallant new assistant.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -ant words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The extravagant vagrant The elegant woman wore an extravagent suit from distant land. she was interviewing applicant for the importent position of her assistant. The position had become vacant when her previous assistant had left suddenly to be a participant in a Television series. Now she urgently require an assistant to find a tenant for her newly

refirbished apartment. She was reluctant for the apartment to stay vacant. the first applicant was ignorant and was not employ. However, the second applicant, an immigrant. was brilliant. He quickly found a tenant for her apartment: a vagrant musician with extravagant taste who had recently wun the lottery. The assistant convinced him to become inhabitant of the apartment The elegant woman was delighted with her gallant knew assistant.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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-ent Dictation passage: The magnificent hotel

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The magnificent hotel Mr Rochester was an intelligent man. He could interpret people as if they were transparent. By simply gazing at someone’s eyes he could discover if they were innocent or guilty. By observing them complete a task he could determine if they were dependent or independent. Mr Rochester was the resident manager of a magnificent hotel. He expected his employees to be obedient without question, and to be fluent in several different languages. The magnificent hotel needed

they were not obedient to a request, they were docked pay. But if an employee was found innocent of wrong-doing, Mr Rochester was quick to apologise.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -ent words.

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-ent Dictation passage: The magnificent hotel

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The magnificent hotel Mr rochester was an intelligant man. he could interpret people as if they were transparent. By simplee gazing at someone’s eyes he could discover if they were innocent or guilty. By observe them complete a tarsk he could determine if they were dependent or independent. Mr Rochester was the resident manager a magnificent hotel. He

a man with the talent of mr Rochester to ensure it ran smoothly. If an Employee was absent without cause, they were dismissed. if they were not obedient to a request, they were doked pay. But if an employee wos found innocent of wrong-doing, Mr Rochester quick to apologise. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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-ant and -ent Dictation passage: An innocent spy

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

An innocent spy Annabelle was an obedient servant dependent on her benefactor, Mrs Allen, whom she admired. Although Annabelle was intelligent, she was innocent and trusting, which soon led to her demise. Mrs Allen regularly entertained important political figures and Annabelle was required to prepare and serve the elegant and extravagant feast. But Mrs Allen was a migrant spy for a distant land and, when convenient, required Annabelle to deliver important information to

Allen was caught, Annabelle knew her only escape was to become an emigrant and leave her home to become resident in a foreign land.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -ant and -ent words.

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

An innocent spy Annabelle was an obediant servant dependent on her benefactor, Mrs Allen, whom she admired. Although annabelle was intelligent. she was innocent and trust, which soon led to her demise. Mrs Allen regularly entertain important political figures and Annabelle required to prepare and surve the elegant and extravagent

feast. But mrs Allen was a migrant spy for a distant land and, when convenient, required Annabelle to deliver immportant information to an immigrant official. although Annabelle was ignorant of contents of the messages, she was still a participant. When Mrs Allen was caught, Annabelle knew only escape was to become an emigrant and leeve her home to become resident in a Foreign land.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Task 5

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-ess Dictation passage: A gifted actress

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A gifted actress Kahlia is an actress and has performed as many different characters. She commenced acting as a child, with her earliest part in a school play portraying a lioness. Since those humble beginnings, Kahlia has portrayed a stewardess who prevents an aeroplane collision; a waitress who turns out to be an undercover secret agent; and a governess employed to educate a little princess. Her most recent part is playing an authoress who discovers she is heiress to a

fortune and the title of duchess. Kahlia is extremely gifted and in her

tigress who rescues her cubs from a hunter.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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(b) Label the -ess words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A gifted actress Kahlia is an actrass and has perform as many different characters. she commenced acting as a child, with her earliest part in a school play portray a lioness. since those humble beginnings, kahlia has portrayed a stewardes who prevents an aeroplane collision; a waitress who tearns out to be an undercover secret agent; and a

governess employ to educate a little princess. Her most resent part is plaiing an authoress who discovers she is heiress to a fortune and the Title of duchess Kahlia is extremely gift and in her spare time is also a poetess. Her most famous poem describes a tigress who rescues her cubs a hunter. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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-ment Dictation passage: A punishment experiment

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A punishment experiment The establishment of a colony at Sydney Cove was for the placement of convicts whose punishment included hard labour. Some of the convicts displayed significant improvement and were given an allotment of land for the development of a farm. Although the majority of the settlers lived in contentment and viewed this new land as the fulfilment of their dreams, others were not so cheerful. Some of the free settlers believed it an embarrassment to interact with ex-convicts,

which caused considerable arguments. However, the establishment

experiment of a punishment colony was successful to the amazement of many. The excitement of those early days has passed, but still many people find enjoyment in the freedom of Australia.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Phonic dictation

(b) Label the -ment words.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A punishment experiment The establishent of a colony at sydney Cove was for the placement of convicts whos punishment included hard labour. Some of the convict displayed significant improvement and were given an allotment of land for the development of farm. Although the majority of the settlers live in contentment and view this new land as the

which corsed considerable arguments. however, the establishment continued to expand with the commencement of exploration. The experiment of a punishment Colony was successful to the amazement of many. The excitement of those early days haspassed, but still many people find enjoiment in the freedom of australia.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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-ship Dictation passage: A horse called Lordship

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A horse called Lordship Joseph had endured many hardships as a result of his short stature. He was constantly selected last in sport, but he demonstrated true sportsmanship. At school he encountered Benjamin, who had the neatest penmanship but no friends. Joseph and Benjamin were both alone, and enjoyed the fellowship of each other’s company. They began a friendship that would endure a lifetime. As adults, their relationship altered when Benjamin inherited an estate and

Joseph took an apprenticeship in the stables. When he demonstrated

commenced a new partnership as owner and jockey. With their horse, Lordship, they embarked on a profitable racing career. There was no more hardship for Joseph, just a lifelong friendship!

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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(b) Label the -ship words.

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-ship Dictation passage: A horse called Lordship

Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A horse called Lordship Joseph had endured many hardships as a result his short stature. He was constantly select last in sport, but he demonstrated true sportsmannship. At school he encountered benjamin, who had the neatest penmanship but no friends. Joseph and Benjamin were both alone, and enjoyed the fellowship of eech other’s company. They

began a friendship that wood endure a Lifetime. As adults, there

Joseph took an apprenticeship in the stables. When demonstrated natural horseman, Benjamin made him head jockey. Hence! they commenced a new partnership as owner and jockey. With their horse, Lordship, they embarked on a profitable rasing career. There was no more hardship Joseph, just a lifelong friendship!

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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-er, -eer, -ier Dictation passage: A teacher’s masterpiece

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

A teacher’s masterpiece The baker rises early to bake bread. The plumber spends all day repairing toilets. The builder requires approval from the engineer to construct buildings and dwellings. The butcher prepares the sausages and the cashier takes the money. The soldier fights to keep the country free and the reporter researches stories for the newspaper. The painter dedicates his life to creating a masterpiece. But the teacher rises early to plan learning experiences, then she

the recital and presents all the awards. The teacher is committed to her students’ study, and then she composes reports to show all they have learnt. The teacher dedicates her life to educating students!

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

A teacher’s masterpiece The bakar rises early to bake bread? The plumber spends all day repairing toylets. The builder requires approval from the Engineer to construct buildings and dwellings. the butcher prepares the sausages and the cashier takes the muney. The solder fights to keep the country free and the reporter researches stories for the

newspaper. The painter dedicate his life to creating a masterpiece.

devotes all day to developing her students’ abilities. The teacher requires approval from the principal for the concert. she prepares the recital presents all the awards. The teacher is committed to her students’ study, and then she composes reports to show all thay have learnt The teacher dedicates her life educating students!

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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-ian Dictation passage: I want to be a centenarian

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

I want to be a centenarian A physician is employed in a hospital, diagnosing and healing people. A crossing attendant assists pedestrians to safely cross a bustling intersection. A technician repairs computer equipment. A librarian is the guardian of the fiction and nonfiction collection in the library. The musician composes alluring music on his violin. The dietician recommends a healthy eating program; for some people that requires being a vegetarian. The magician performs magic

tricks, including the disappearance of objects and the transformation

do you intend to be in the future? I want to be a centenarian.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

I want to be a centenarian A physician is employ in a hospital, diagnosing and heal people. A crossing attendant assists pedestrians safely cross a bustling intersection. A technician repair computer equipment. A librarin is the guardian of the fiction and Nonfiction collection in the library. The musician composes alluring music on his Violin. The

dietician recommends a helthy eating program; for some people

tricks, including the disappearance of objects and the transformation of others. The parliamentarian decides on lors for the country. what do you intend to be in the future. I want to be a centenaran.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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-ery Dictation passage: The mystery package

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The mystery package The mystery of the anonymous delivery had the entire town whispering. The enigmatic package was delivered to Walter’s home, situated between the bakery and the pottery store on Archery Street. Walter had been paralysed by misery following a machinery accident until his recent surgery to repair the artery in his leg. His recovery had been rapid and he now managed both the grocery store and the jewellery store. Walter was an expert in battery-powered toys

and was outspoken against slavery. He was a compassionate and

had the town wondering what the package contained. As the town watched in awe, Walter unwrapped an oversized cheque inscribed with the words, ‘Congratulations, you have won the lottery’.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 14 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The mystery package The mystary of the anonymous delivery had the entire town wispering. The enigmatic package was delivered to walter’s home, situated between the bakery and the pottery store on archery Street. Walter had been paralyse by misery following a machinery acident until his recent surgery to repair the artery in his leg. his recovery

and was outspoken against slavery. He was a compassionate and talented jentleman, and the discovery of package at his door had the town wondering What the package contain. As the town watched in awe, Walter unwrapped an oversized cheque inscribed the words, ‘Congratulations, you have won the lottory’.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 14?

Task 4

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-ary Dictation passage: No ordinary missionary

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

No ordinary missionary The documentary was based on the diary of a missionary in the jungles of Africa. It began by detailing the preliminary preparations undertaken by the missionary before commencing his voluntary service to the African people. He established a home close to the boundary of two opposing tribes. His belief that it was unnecessary to arm himself and his willingness to show acceptance of both tribes was revolutionary in bringing peace to the region. His primary

goal was to take a message of hope and provide a sanctuary for

missionary was no ordinary man, but one of exceptional passion and determination. The release of the inspiring documentary marked the anniversary of his death.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

No ordinary missionary The documentery was base on the diary of a missionary in the jungles of Africa. it began by detailing the preliminary preparations undertaken by missionary before commencing his voluntary service to the african people. He establish a home close to the boundary of too opposing tribes. his belief that it was unnecessary

gole was to take a mesage of hope and provide a sanctuary for all people. Establishing a library was his secondary goal. The missionary was no ordinary man, but one exceptional passion and determinaton. The release of the inspiring documentary marked the anniversary of his death. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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-ory Dictation passage: Laboratory victory

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Laboratory victory Attendance of the laboratory class was compulsory to all science majors and allowed time for each student to complete individual projects. Simon studied the predatory habits of the brown territory eagle. Caleb investigated how many items in a given category a person could hold in their memory. Alison compared the quality of a handmade accessory to one made in a factory. Stephen explored the history of trajectory theory and Megan made an inventory of

state competition for innovation and creativity.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Laboratory victory attendance of the laboratory clars was compulsary to all sience majors and allowed time for each student to complete individual projects. simon studied the predatory habits the brown territory eagle. Caleb investigate how many items in a given category a person could hold in their memory. Alison compared the quality of

handmade accessory to one made in a Factory. Stephen explored

reactive chemicals Although none of the project would receive international recognition and glory, they did achieve victory in the stait competition for innovation creativity. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

Do your dictation.

Listen carefully and use the spelling, writing and punctuation that you have practised.

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-ery, -ary, -ory Dictation passage: The aviary secretary

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

The aviary secretary Yolanda was a secretary. Arranged on her desk was a directory, a dictionary, a diary and plenty of stationery. Her primary duties included updating the glossary of common vocabulary used in the laboratory at the tertiary college. Yolanda also replenished the food and water supplies for the migratory birds in the aviary. It was necessary to remain stationary when in the aviary to prevent the birds becoming frightened. Yolanda also prepared a celery and

chicory stew for the birds. It was a varied and interesting job and the

at the observatory and also at the gallery, in the ‘History of cutlery’ display. On the weekend, she potted plants at the local nursery.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

The aviary secretary Yolanda was a secretery. Arranged on her desk was a directory, a dictionary. a Diary and plenty of stationery. Her primary duties included updaiting the glossary of common vocabulary used the laboratory at the tertiary college. Yolanda also replenished the food and water supplies for the migratory birds in the aviary. it was

necessary to remain stationary when in the aviary to prevent the

chicory stew for the birds. It was a varied and interest job and the salary was satisfactory. Her sister audrey was employ part-time at the observatory and also at the gallary, in the ‘History of cutlery’ display. on the weekend, she potted plant at the local nursery. (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

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-ar Dictation passage: An interesting seminar

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

An interesting seminar The seminar was hosted by the registrar and held in the circular building in the centre of campus. The building was spectacular and lay perpendicular to the main entrance road. The seminar was well attended, as it had been advertised in the school calendar for months. The initial section of the seminar outlined French grammar, which was followed by a lunch of caviar served on circular crackers. The remainder of the seminar was an informal demonstration of

this, the audience viewed the life-cycle of a caterpillar, captured in photographs. Finally the audience was entertained by a guitar solo. It was a fascinating seminar!

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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(b) Label the -ar words.

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Name:

Task 3

Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

An interesting seminar The seminar was host by the registrar and held in the circuler building in the centre of campus. The building was spectacular and lay perpendicular the main entrance road. the seminar was well atended, as it had been advertise in the school calendar for months. The initial section of the seminar outlined French grammor,

which was followed by a lunch of caviar served on circular crackers.

the application of technology. initially the audience observed an innovative radar that tested the speed of a man sprint. Following this, the audience viewed the life-sycle of a caterpillar, captured in photographs. finally the audience was entertained a guitar solo. It was a fascinating seminar? (b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

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Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

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-fy Dictation passage: Beautify and purify

Name:

Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Beautify and purify To purify water, it is initially necessary to identify which bacteria have polluted it. A microscope is required to magnify the bacteria and then verify its type. Many bacteria do not signify a problem, but it is important to clarify which type you have in your water. You can then rectify the problem using the correct treatment. To simplify the process you can filter all the water using an ordinary pump. It is important that an electrician certifies the pump so it will not electrify

all it touches. You can also modify a garden to serve as a natural

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Beautify and purify To purify worter, it is initially necessary to identify which bacteria have pollute it. A microscope is required to magnify the Bacteria and then verify its type. many bacteria do not signifie a problem, But it is important to clarify which tipe you have in you’re water. you can then rectify the problem using the correct treatment To simplify

all touches. You can also modify a garden to serve a natural filter, and beautyfy your yard in the process.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

Do your dictation.

Listen carefully and use the spelling, writing and punctuation that you have practised.

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-ology Dictation passage: What is vulcanology?

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

What is vulcanology? Geology is the study of the earth. Cardiology is the study of the human heart. Zoology is the study of animals. Biology is the study of living things. Audiology is the study of sound and hearing. Astrology is the study of the stars. Psychology is the study of human behaviour. Sociology is the study of societies. Pharmacology is the study of prescription drugs. Criminology is the study of criminals and the crimes they commit. Radiology is

the study of radiation. Ecology is the study of living environments.

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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Date: Identify errors and correct them

(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

What is vulcanology? Geologi is the study of the earth. cardiology is the study of the human hart. Zoology the study of animals. Biology is the study of Living things. Audiology is the study of sound and hear. astrology is the study of the stars Psychology is the study of human behaviour. Sociology is the study of sosieties.

Pharmacology is the study prescription drugs. Criminology is the

the study of radiation. Ecology is the study of liveing environments. Technology is study of mechanics. So what is vulcanology.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

Copy the story carefully.

Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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Listen carefully and use the spelling, writing and punctuation that you have practised.

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-ling Dictation passage: Little things

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Task 1

Date: Reading practice

Read the story.

Little things It may appear a trifling thing to call a gosling a duckling, but to the gosling it is no trifling matter. As a nestling both may be small, but a fledgling duck does not have the beauty of a fledgling goose, nor does it have the volume of its honk. It may seem a trifling thing to call a sapling kindling, but to the sapling it is no trifling matter. Where a sapling is full of life and potential, the kindling is but fuel for the fire. It may seem a trifling thing to liken a child to his sibling,

trifling matters can you articulate?

Task 2

Reading comprehension

(a) Illustrate the story.

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(a) Find 15 word, spelling or punctuation errors and correct them.

Little things It may appear a trifling thing to call gosling a duckling, but to the Gosling it is no trifling matter. As a nestling both may be smorl, but a fledging duck does not have the beauty of a fledgling goose, Nor does it hav the volume of its honk. It may seem a trifling thing call a sapling kindling, but to the sapling it is no trifling mattar.

© R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons •f orr evi ew pur posesonl y• for the fire. It may seam a trifling thing to liken a child to his sibling, where a sapling is full of life and potential, the kindling but fuel

but to the child it is no trifling matter. a child and his sibling both desire to be recognise for the uniqueness that define them. What trifling matters can you articulate.

(b) Check your work. What was your score out of 15?

Task 4

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Use your best pencil grip, writing posture and letter formations.

Task 5

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Template for Task 4: Copying and handwriting – Line width and spacing recommended for 10- to 11-year-olds

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Task 4

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With your best writing posture, pencil grip and letter formation, rewrite the story from Task 1. Title of the story:

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Task 5

Date: Dictation

The story will be read (i.e. dictated) and you will need to write the story. You will need to listen carefully. You will also need to apply the spelling, writing and punctuation that have been practised in previous tasks.

Writing goals

(Adult to discuss with child and choose only one goal from those listed below.) Today, I am trying to: remember the size of my letters and their A listening goal placement on the dark lines remember not to mix up my upper-case and lower-case letters

Spelling goals

use a proper pencil grip and sit with proper posture.

A punctuation goal

✓ Choose one. Dictation attempt:

listen carefully.

sound out as I spell words. correctly use my phonic skills.

2. 3.

remember my punctuation.

A personal goal:

Title of the story:

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