Confusion when stressing words is a very common mistake, even in adults. To prevent children from acquiring bad habits when it comes to accentuating, we have prepared this post where we explain in a simple way the accentuation rules and we give you a series of tips for children to improve their spelling.
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Spelling is the set of rules that regulate the writing of a language, therefore, to be fluent we must know and assimilate the set of rules that refer to this field. Within spelling there are multiple categories and one of the most important is accentuation. That is why it is one of those that is studied first since once the basic notions are learned it is easier to assimilate them naturally.
Despite studying these regulations, we must not forget the importance of their implementation. There is no point in memorizing all the accentuation rules if they are not followed later. writing and reading exercises. There are different ways of learning, the brain is capable of assimilating knowledge autonomously, without it being necessary to study directly.
That is why reading motivates the acquisition of knowledge of natural form since it establishes, based on repetition, the spelling rules through memory.
One of the most common errors in accentuation is directly related to nomenclature since the differences between the concepts ’tilde’ and ‘accent’ are often confused. The accent is correctly understood as the force with which a word is pronounced, while the accent or spelling accent is the line that is placed over the vowels.
Once this point is understood we can understand the basic rules of accentuation. Basically there are three and once learned, children should only follow them in case of doubt:
Are words acute all those whose stressed syllable is at the end. All those that end in ‘n’ ‘s’ or vowel will have an accent (or spelling accent). Example: ‘compass’, ‘dragon’, ‘hummingbird’, ‘childish’ or ‘play’. Are words flat all those whose stressed syllable is in the penultimate position. All those that do not end in ‘n’ or ‘s’ or in a vowel will have an accent (or spelling accent). Example: ‘tree’, ‘grass’, ‘pencil’, ‘table’, ‘luck’, ‘keys’. Are words esdrújulas all those whose stressed syllable is in the penultimate position. All esdrújula words have an accent (or spelling accent). Example: tear, gothic, number, ocean. The oversdrújulas words also always have an accent. Example: ‘tragically’, ‘tell him’, or ‘send it to him’.
Words overesdrújulas They also always have an accent. Example: ‘tragically’, ‘tell him’, or ‘send it to him’.The importance of reading:
The importance of reading:
Many children do not read, sometimes because they are not used to it, other times because they have not acquired the habit. Reading is a essential task to learn to write correctly naturally. That is why we must find texts that motivate children, that are of interest and pleasure and, above all, that attract their attention.
A good option is children’s books, the options are practically endless. If we are not sure which book is appropriate, we can always ask at school. Teachers have a lot of resources and they will know what is most appropriate for the child. But let’s not forget that the most important thing of all is her interest, so you should ask your child directly before imposing a reading on him.
Nor should we rule out the option of going to a bookstore, looking for the children’s section and letting him search for what interests him most on his own. Then we will filter the options, but always within your interests.
There are also thousands of resources on the internet, we should take the time to consult them and save the ones that best suit us. These resources are a very interesting option since the majority of children are fully adapted to the new technologies. Any quality educational online platform or resource will be a good option, since children are innately attracted to technology and interactivity.
From we encourage you to play with your children in our spelling games (always adapted to their school year) and of course, practice reading with our short children’s stories.