Mastering Spelling Through Structured Word Inquiry

This chapter explores the speaker's transformative journey with spelling, highlighting how structured word inquiry reshaped their understanding of word construction. Through personal anecdotes and research, the speaker illustrates the emotional impact of spelling struggles and advocates for a teaching approach that emphasizes understanding over memorization. The chapter emphasizes the relationship between morphology and phonology, showcasing how a deeper comprehension of word structures can enhance students' spelling and literacy skills.