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Step 1
Look through the list of words in the spelling bee booklet. Determine how many pages there are in the booklet and then break it up into different sections so that you can work on one a day.
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Step 2
Write out a list of words randomly from each section that you want to work on with your child. Have him take some time to read through the words.
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Step 3
Break long words into several syllables. This will make it easier to remember and recognize than trying to remember it as one big word.
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Step 4
Explain the meaning of the word to your child. Understanding the meaning of the word usually helps with the memory process because she will be able to better relate to it.
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Step 5
Allow him to study for a while and test him on the words.
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Step 6
Turn the word list into a game. Start off with a word which she understands. Give her two guesses at spelling the word. If she spells it right, she gains a point; if not, she loses a point. At the end of the game, reward her according to the number of points she earned. Repeat with more difficult words and continue with the game until she is ready to take a break.
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Step 7
Keep the atmosphere relaxed and fun while learning. If you appear tense and stressed, you will put too much pressure on your child and she will not perform as well.
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Step 8
Make sure he has a good night's sleep and a nice breakfast before the spelling bee challenge.
