Tricky SpellingsGrade 4 English for Kids
Because, friend, beautiful, believe! Words that trick everyone.
Tricky Spellings helps fourth graders master words that are hard even for grown-ups: because, friend, people, beautiful, believe and enough. Kids hear, type and practice until the spellings stick.
- Grade 4 · Ages 9–10
- 4 games
- 29 practice questions
- About 15 min
- Tricky Words 1
- Tricky Letters
- Tricky Words 2
- Tricky Sentences
English typing course · Grade 4
Tricky Spellings · Learning goals
What Your Child Will Learn
Some words are tricky to spell even for grown-ups: because, friend, people, beautiful, believe and enough. Practice until they stick!
- Tricky Words 1
- Tricky Letters
- Tricky Words 2
- Tricky Sentences
Why it matters
Why This Matters for Kids
Everyday words
These words appear constantly in kids' writing, so getting them right makes a big difference.
Memory strategies
Practice and patterns help kids remember spellings that don't follow the usual rules.
Confident writers
Kids who spell common words easily can focus on their ideas when they write.
Inside Tricky Spellings
How the Course Works
Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.
Step 1 · Game
Tricky Words 1
Listen and type each tricky word. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 2 · Game
Tricky Letters
Type the tricky letters that are missing. Fill in the missing letters. (8 exercises)
Step 3 · Game
Tricky Words 2
More tricky words. Listen and type. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 4 · Game
Tricky Sentences
Type sentences with tricky words. Hear a sentence and type it. (5 exercises)
Word list
Grade 4 Words and Sentences to Type
A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.
- because(conjunction)
- friend(noun)
- people(noun)
- beautiful(adjective)
- different(adjective)
- believe(verb)
- favorite(adjective)
- enough(adjective)
- again(adverb)
- caught(verb)
- through(preposition)
- probably(adverb)
- laughed(verb)
- minute(noun)
- already(adverb)
- answer(noun)
- built(verb)
- “My best friend is very funny.”
- “I believe we can win.”
- “That was a beautiful song.”
- “We caught the bus again.”
- “People have different favorite colors.”
For parents
Try It at Home
Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.
Parent Tip
Make up memory tricks together, like "a friend is there to the end" or "big elephants can always understand small elephants" for because.
Tricky Spellings · Questions from parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this course for?
Tricky Spellings is a grade 4 english course for kids ages 9–10. That is Year 5 english in the UK and Year 4 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.
What will my child learn?
Some words are tricky to spell even for grown-ups: because, friend, people, beautiful, believe and enough. Practice until they stick! Along the way they practice: Tricky Words 1; Tricky Letters; Tricky Words 2; Tricky Sentences.
How long does the course take?
About 15 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.
Is this course free?
Tricky Spellings is part of SkillBloom Premium, which unlocks every course in every subject. Each subject also has free courses, so your child can try SkillBloom before you decide.
Does my child need to read well to use it?
No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.
Can we use it for homeschool?
Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.
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