Homophone clues
Use the sentence to choose the spelling that fits its meaning.
For parents and teachers
Playing Homophone clues
Read the cards and match each one to its partner. Find six pairs, with no timer. Read the whole example before choosing.
What this game practises
These familiar homophones sound alike but have different spellings and meanings. Read the whole sentence before choosing, then explain the intended meaning. Matching the printed form supports recognition; spelling independently also needs recall and checking. After playing, cover the forms and write a short example for one pair, using the school’s teaching sequence for new spellings.
Progress and trying again
The normal game controls let children finish, save stars on this device and play again. A previous best result is kept when a later attempt scores less. Matching games count incorrect pairs; ordering games score the first check of each round; sorting games give another chance after a mistake. Take time to talk about a choice rather than racing.
Return to the learning collection for curriculum guidance, examples and activities to try away from the screen.