Spell to Write and Read (and Cursive and Critical Thinking)

by Cathie
(Bloomington, MN USA)

Product: Spell to Write and Read
Subject: Spelling, Writing, Reading
Levels Used: ALL
Dates Used: 2004 - 2009

Likes:
1) Comprehensive: Covers several subjects: Spelling, Writing, Reading, Cursive and Critical Thinking
2) Multisensory: Provides tips for teaching all learning modalities
3) Multigrade: The spelling lists and information can be used from PreK to 12th Grade as the spelling words used in the lists go to a college level.
4) Phonetically Based: In the program, there are no sight words. Each phonetic difference is explained, including words that don't fit into the 28 spelling rules and 70 phonograms that are taught.

Dislikes:
1) Hard to get started: Overwhelming for new homeschooling parent to learn as there is a lot of information. Seminars are available and do make using the product go a lot faster.