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Year 1 Common Exception Words practice
English · ages 5–6 · Word reading and spelling
Learning goal: I can read and spell tricky words.
- 1Read
Read: the, said, was.
- 2Choose
Complete: I ___ happy. am / was / said
- 3Spell
Write the word 'said'.
- 4Spot it
Circle the correct spelling: sed / said / sayd.
- 5Sentence
Complete: ___ dog ran home. The / Th / Thee
- 6Write
Write a short sentence using 'was'.
Parent or teacher notes
- Read instructions aloud if needed. Let the child use counters, drawings, fingers or oral answers where appropriate.
- Keep practice short and practical. Do not require written explanations unless the English task is specifically about writing.
- If the child is stuck, model one similar example and then return to the question.
Answer and assessment guidance
- 1. the, said, was
- 2. am
- 3. said
- 4. said
- 5. The
- 6. Any sensible sentence using 'was' correctly.