We have added three (3) bonus words to this weeks’ spelling list. The words are:

1. kilo: to observe
2. coconut
3. tsunami

These are optional words that your keiki may choose in addition to their original eight (8). These bonus words will highlight or coincide with our curriculum or what we may be doing in a particular subject area. In this case they are taken from our Social Studies. The original eight are usually always related to phonics, consonant clusters, short or long vowel sounds. They also coincide with our guided reading and comprehension strategies. You may encourage your keiki to do the bonus words but PLEASE DO NOT require them. We want young children to feel successful and accept challenges individually. If I see a need for a particular child to be challenged I will encourage him/her to do the bonus words.