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Year 2 - Tricky words 2

Some words look alike but mean different things. This Year 2 quiz helps children practise tricky spellings like there and their, so writing is clearer and more accurate.

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Fascinating Fact:

“There” and “their” look similar but mean different things. “There” is about a place, and “their” means belonging to them.

In KS1 English Spelling, Year 2 children practise tricky words that are used often in reading and writing. Some tricky words are confusing because they look similar, so pupils learn their meanings as well as the correct spelling.

Key Terms

Meaning: What a word tells you, like what it stands for.
Pronoun: A word like their that shows who something belongs to.
Sentence: A group of words that makes complete sense and ends with a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What are tricky words in Year 2 spelling?

Tricky words are common words that are hard to spell because they do not follow simple sound rules, so children learn them by practise and memory.

How can I help my child learn tricky spellings at home?

You can practise a few words each day using “look, say, cover, write, check”, then use each word in a short sentence to make it easier to remember.

Why do some English words have the same sound but different spellings?

English words can come from different languages and change over time, so some words sound alike but have different spellings and meanings.

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You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Spelling

Author: Finola Waller (MEd, Primary School Teacher & KS1 English Quiz Writer)

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