Why Your Child Can Read but Still Struggles with Spelling (and What to Do About It)

s your child a great reader—but a terrible speller? You’re not alone. Spelling is one of the most common pain points parents and teachers share with me, and for good reason: most of us were taught spelling the wrong way.

In this episode, I break down why spelling is harder than reading, why memorizing weekly word lists doesn’t work, and how the Science of Reading offers a better path forward. You’ll learn:

* The difference between reading recognition and spelling production
* Why phonological awareness is the missing link for so many kids
* How to explicitly teach phonics patterns so they stick
* Simple parent scripts you can use at home to practice spelling the right way
* Why unlocking the “code” of English—not memorization—is the key to lasting success

👉 Whether your child is just learning to read or already flying through chapter books, this episode will give you practical strategies to help them become a confident speller too.
📌 Resources Mentioned:
* Free Assessment of the Six Syllable Types
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/7cf4106f11
* Reading & Spelling Resources
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-curriculum

K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources:

Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/science-of-reading-simplified-course

5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/the-5-foundations-of-reading-e-course

Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-curriculum

Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/d6c6c42aa0

Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/fb54993b56

Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words
https://k3homeschoolfoundations.com/literacy-resources/ols/products/sor-aligned-high-frequency-words-107-zeno-words

Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/5e2086e116

FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook
https://k3-homeschool-foundations.kit.com/29e01da942

Tuttle Twins Books
https://tuttletwins.com/ref/K3_homeschool_foundations/

Learning with Kelsey Boxes & Resources
https://rstr.co/learning-with-kelsey/foundations