1 1 1 Doubling Rule

1:1:1 Spelling Rule Practice Worksheet

The 1-1-1 doubling rule plays a crucial role in English spelling, especially for upper-primary students. This rule is important because of the consistency.

Unlike many other spelling rules, the 1-1-1 rule is very consistent. It helps students understand when to double the final consonant before adding vowel suffixes like “-ed” or “-ing.

Mastering this rule enables students to move from reading and spelling shorter words to tackling longer, multisyllabic words with understanding and confidence.

Objective:

This spelling worksheet focuses on the 1:1:1 spelling rule and the practice of doubling consonants when adding the vowel suffix-ing. The goal is not memorisation but understanding the rule’s application. Students will work with 18 words then will choose 3 from the list, and create an original sentence with the suffix “-ing.

Year levels: Upper primary (helpful diagnostic spelling tool for older students)

Implementation Ideas:

Ideal for word work practice- learning stations for independent practice.

Grammar Lessons: Use during parts of speech discussions.

EAL pupils: learning morphemes.

Assessment: Check understanding of the “-ing” suffix and the doubling spelling rule.

Word Challenges: Challenge students to use the same word list and add the suffix -ed, what happens?

Act out the words: Encourage students to act out words that are happening right now, for example: clapping, digging, and drinking

Lesson extension:

make it more interactive by creating word sorts, puzzles, and word-building games to reinforce the 1:1:1 rule.

Instead of using this as a normal worksheet, consider having students show thumbs up or thumbs down in a group setting to indicate whether each word in the wordlist follows the 1:1:1 rule.

File Type: PDF (3 pages)

Use this worksheet to reinforce spelling skills and understanding!