Compose the Word

Worksheet Description

This worksheet provides an exercise on the spelling principle “I before E except after C,” along with the additional guideline that applies when the letter combination sounds like ‘A,’ as in the words “neighbor” or “weigh.” Students are tasked with filling in the blanks in each word on the worksheet, adhering to this rule. The blanks are specifically where the letters ‘i’ or ‘e’ should be placed. Upon determining the correct letters, students are to write the complete word on the line provided.

The worksheet’s objective is to help students practice the application of the “I before E except after C” rule to enhance their spelling skills. It is designed to encourage students to think critically about letter placement within words and to understand the conditions under which the rule applies or when it does not, as indicated by the exceptions. This activity not only aids in memorizing the rule but also in recognizing the phonetic cues that signal when to use ‘ie’ or ‘ei.’ Engaging with this rule in a written format allows students to reinforce their learning through visual and muscle memory.