StudySpell Blog
Practical, no-pressure spelling help for parents.
Practical, no-pressure spelling help for parents. No jargon, no guilt, just clear ideas you can use tonight. We write about how kids actually learn to spell, how to make practice stick without the nightly battle, and how to help when spelling is genuinely hard.
You'll find guides on practicing effectively, preparing for a spelling bee, understanding sight words and phonics, fun games to play at home, and support for kids who learn differently, including those with ADHD and dyslexia. Browse the latest posts below.
November 3, 2026
Do Prefixes and Roots Help Kids Learn New Words?
Does teaching prefixes, suffixes, and roots build vocabulary? What the research found, where it falls short, and a simple way to practice word parts at home.
Read more →October 26, 2026
Should You Correct Your Child's Spelling Mistakes?
Should you correct your child's spelling when they write KOM for come? What research on invented spelling says, and when correcting actually helps.
Read more →October 19, 2026
Which Vocabulary Words Should Your Child Learn?
Not every new word is worth practicing. Learn what Tier 2 vocabulary words are, how to spot them in your child's books, and how many to work on at once.
Read more →October 12, 2026
Handwriting or Typing: Which Helps Kids Spell?
Should kids practice spelling words by hand or on a keyboard? Here is what the research says, and the habit that matters more than the pencil or the keys.
Read more →October 5, 2026
Does Reading Build Vocabulary? What Research Says
Does reading build vocabulary on its own? Research says yes, but slowly. Here is how direct teaching, talk, and practice help kids learn and keep new words.
Read more →September 29, 2026
Why Kids Forget Spelling Words After the Test
Your child aces the Friday spelling test, then misspells the same words a week later. Here is what the research says causes it and how to help words stick.
Read more →June 27, 2026
Fun Spelling Games to Play at Home (Screen-Free + Online)
12 low-prep spelling games kids enjoy: word hunts, magnetic letters, car-ride spelling and online practice that turns screen time into learning.
Read more →June 26, 2026
Phonics vs. Memorizing: How Kids Learn to Spell
Phonics or memorizing, which actually teaches kids to spell? A clear, balanced guide for parents on when each one works, and how to support both at home.
Read more →June 25, 2026
Sight Words: What They Are and Why They Matter
A clear, parent-friendly guide to sight words: what they are, why they matter for reading and spelling, and simple ways to help your child master them at home.
Read more →June 24, 2026
How to Prepare for a Spelling Bee: A Parent's Guide
A step-by-step guide to preparing your child for a school spelling bee: a study plan, practicing out loud, word patterns and beating nerves.
Read more →Frequently asked questions
Who writes the StudySpell blog?
It's written by the StudySpell team for parents and caregivers. Everything is meant to be practical and easy to act on, whether or not you use the app.
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Where should I start if my child struggles with spelling?
Try our guides on the best way to practice spelling words and what to do when your child hates practice. If there's a specific challenge like ADHD or dyslexia, we have guides for those too.