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Shannon's Game Competent spellers are good at
recognizing common spelling
patterns. This enables them to
predict how any sound
might be spelt because they know that
there are only a
limited number of options.
For example, if they hear an "o" sound, as in hope,
they
will consider -oa-; -oe-; or -o-
followed, one consonant
later, by the magic e
boat
toe
cope
Shannon's game helps to develop this kind of
awareness.
It is similar to Hangman except that the letters have
to
be guessed in sequence.
- Start by writing the first letter of a word.
- Then put down dashes to represent the other
letters.
- Allow ten guesses for the next letter. If there is
no
correct guess, put the letter in and go on to the
next.
- Continue until the whole word is completed.
Sometimes
it helps to have the alphabet written out
in front of the players.
As players become more competent they are able to
succeed with far
fewer guesses. The game provides an
ideal basis for parents to
discuss the possible choices at
any particular stage.
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