Learn to spell the word list: Apostrophes for contractions using the spelling games on this page.
Contractions are shortcuts that allow us to merge words together to convey meaning more efficiently. They usually involve omitting letters or syllables and replacing them with an apostrophe. For instance, do not becomes don't, they are becomes they're, and cannot becomes can't. The apostrophe takes the place of the omitted letters, indicating where the words have been combined.
These condensed forms not only simplify language but also add a touch of informality and fluidity to our conversations. However, mastering the correct spelling of contractions can sometimes be a bit challenging.
Use the spelling activities to learn these contractions. Can you work out which two words have been merged to create each one?
Summer spelling
Hot spelling fun.
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Fishy Business
A fishy game that bites!
Rain Drops
A spelling game for a rainy day.
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Asteroids
Out of this world spelling game!
Bouncing Anagram
A lively anagram spelling game.
Bouncing Anagram Extreme
An extreme anagram game!
Wild West
Get off your horse and spell.
Which Witch
Hangman with a twist.
Sticky Bugs
Catch bugs to spell the words.
Spelling Bee
A 'Spelling Bee' style game.
Cool Spelling
Chill Out!
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