Deciding how to spell the /k/ sound is a multistep process and requires teacher modeling. This rule will be revisited over and over as students learn new phonics patterns. Some students will need more intentional practice with the metacognitive work of talking through the steps of hearing the /k/ sound and then hearing what comes next to determine the spelling.
For students who aren’t reaching the benchmarks, there are three instructional options you can use to provide additional support:
1. Add Time and Repetitions
Consider bumping up the amount of time for instruction, slowing the pace of instruction, and increasing practice time.
2. Change Your Instruction
If the strategies you’ve been using aren't delivering results, you could try another instructional approach.
3. Change Your Student Groupings
If students have been practicing only in whole group, try small-group instruction. If students are practicing in a small group and are falling behind most kids, consider one-on-one practice. Most students will need numerous individual practice opportunities with prompt corrective feedback to master a skill.
