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Words sounding like the 'a' in wallet - how many will you get right?

Year 2 - The Sound a in ‘wallet’

Words can make the same letter sound different. This quiz helps you hear the “a” sound in words like “wallet” and spell them with confidence.

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Fascinating Fact:

The letters al can appear together in these words, like wal-let. Breaking the word into parts can help you spell it.

In KS1 English Spelling, Year 2 pupils practise words where the letter “a” does not make the most common sound. Some words have an “a” sound like “o”, and learning these spellings helps children read and write more accurately.

Key Terms

Sound: What you hear when you say a letter or part of a word.
Syllable: A beat in a word, like wal-let (two beats).
Segment: To split a word into sounds to help with spelling.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

Why does the “a” in wallet sound different?

In some English words, the letter “a” can make a different sound from “a” in “cat”. Children learn these words by hearing the word, reading it, and practising the spelling.

How can Year 2 children spell tricky sound words?

Year 2 children can spell tricky sound words by saying the word slowly, clapping the syllables, and learning the spelling as a whole word. Repeating it in a sentence helps it stick.

What are good ways to practise spelling at home?

Good practice includes look, cover, write, check, writing the word in a short sentence, and spotting the word in books. Little and often works best for Year 2.

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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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