P2/1 have been very busy learning about alphabetical order and how to to use a dictionary to find out the spelling and meaning of different words.

P1

We are learning about alphabetical order.

I can order letters and words alphabetically.

P2

We are learning how to use a dictionary.

I can find words in a dictionary by their beginning letter.

Our P1’s have been practicing ordering words alphabetically by their beginning letter and we hope to soon be able to do this without support. Our P2’s have used their knowledge of the alphabet to quickly locate the correct section of the dictionary and find the word. Next, we are aiming to apply our skills by using a dictionary to support our spelling and comprehension of words across our learning.

Finlay Fr commented ‘‘You have to look closely for words in a dictionary. I check that I have the correct beginning letter first before I look for the words.”

Ferne said, ”I started by using a smaller dictionary but now I’m using a thick one!”

Emme advised, ”You can use a dictionary to help you spell words. I like them.”

Matthew stated, ”In a dictionary, if you read alongside the word it tells you what it means.”

We have all been very enthusiastic in learning to know and apply our alphabet skills. Well done everyone.