Well, you can now — since I spelled them correctly. But could you beforehand? If so, you’d better sign up for the National Spelling Bee for Adults and Kids, which will take place on Sunday, March 9, ...

Spelling lists. Spelling tests. Spelling bees. Adults of a certain age who remember anything about elementary school likely recall spelling as central to their literacy instruction. That’s not ...

This month, I went to school for parent-teacher conferences. My second-grader’s self-evaluation form listed several categories: “I follow directions,” “I understand math,” “I like to read,” and one we ...

NEPTUNE - There is an ominous beginning to spelling practice for Brian Young. “Ominous. O-m-i-n-o-u-s. Ominous,” the 12-year-old Neptune resident says. His mom Dawn moves on to tougher words like ...

If you want to make sure your kiddo has a strong grasp on simple spelling and phonics, this is the activity for you. It’s perfect for any young reader between the ages of 5 and 7 and, best of all, it ...

One of the things I have enjoyed as the parent of an elementary student is watching how my son’s spelling has evolved over the years. When he’d bring classwork home as a kindergartener and first ...

WASHINGTON — After two straight years of ties, the Scripps National Spelling Bee is adding more sting: The championship rounds will last longer, and the words will be harder. The bee, now televised in ...