How does this fit with our existing homeschool spelling curriculum?

Lit Spelling complements any curriculum approach. Use it as your primary spelling practice, or supplement programs like All About Spelling, Spelling You See, or phonics-based curricula. The adaptive system ensures children work at their actual ability level, not arbitrary grade levels. Many families use our app for daily reinforcement while following a separate curriculum scope.

Can I use one account for multiple children with different grade levels?

Yes - the Plus and Ultimate tiers support multiple learners under one account. Each child gets their own profile with independent progress tracking and adaptive difficulty. A kindergartener and 6th grader can both work at appropriate levels. Parents see consolidated progress dashboards for all children.

How do I know which level to start each child at?

The app includes a brief, low-pressure assessment that places children at the right starting difficulty. If a child struggles, the system adjusts down automatically. If they're breezing through, harder words appear. You can also manually adjust levels based on your knowledge of your child's abilities.

Does this require constant parent supervision or can children work independently?

Designed for independent use ages 7+. Audio modeling provides pronunciation, speech-to-text gives instant feedback, and the interface is child-friendly. You can check progress dashboards periodically without hovering. Younger children (K-2) may need initial guidance learning the interface, then can work solo.

How much time should my child spend on spelling practice daily?

We recommend 10 minutes daily, which typically covers 5 words. Short, focused sessions build better habits than long weekly drills. The free tier offers 5 words daily - perfect for testing fit with your routine. Paid tiers allow 50-100 words daily if you want deeper practice.

Can I choose specific words that match our weekly lesson plans or unit studies?

With the Plus or Ultimate tier, yes. Parents can create custom word lists aligned to your history units, science vocabulary, or literature studies. Arrange words in any sequence to match your weekly goals. The free tier follows a curated progression.

What if my child has dyslexia or other learning differences?

The multisensory approach (audio + speech + visual) supports many learning styles. Self-paced spelling practice removes time pressure. However, we're not a specialized dyslexia intervention - consult with your learning specialist about whether this complements programs like Barton or Orton-Gillingham.

Do you track progress and provide records for portfolio reviews or evaluations?

Yes - progress dashboards show words mastered, daily streaks, accuracy trends, and growth over time. You can use these insights for homeschool portfolio documentation or annual evaluations. While we don't generate formal grade reports, the data clearly demonstrates learning progress.

How does the speech-to-text feature work, and what if pronunciation isn't perfect?

The app uses Web Speech API to detect spoken words. It's forgiving of accents and minor pronunciation variations - the goal is spelling mastery, not accent elimination. If the system doesn't detect a word, children can simply type it. Speech practice is optional but helpful.

Is internet required or can my children work offline?

Currently requires internet for audio generation and speech recognition. We're exploring offline modes for future updates. Most homeschool families find short daily online sessions manageable, but if reliable internet is a concern, let us know - we're gathering feedback.

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Homeschool Spelling Practice Made Simple

A calm, flexible approach that suits home learning. Short daily sessions, audio-first practice, and adaptive difficulty build confidence at each child's own pace.

Built for Homeschool Families

Multi-Grade Flexibility

One app serves kindergarten through 8th grade. Each child progresses at their own level, making it perfect for households with multiple learners. No more buying separate curriculum for each grade - adaptive difficulty meets every child where they are.

Adaptive Pacing

Learning moves at your child's speed, not a rigid weekly schedule. Struggling with vowel pairs? The app adjusts. Racing ahead? Advanced words appear naturally. You stay in control without constant replanning or rigid lesson plans.

Audio-First Learning

Professional text-to-speech provides consistent pronunciation modeling. When you're helping another child or managing household tasks, learners still hear proper word pronunciation and can work independently. Audio + speech + visual creates multisensory learning.

Progress Without Pressure

Daily streaks and mastery tracking show growth without standard testing stress. Celebrate small wins, identify patterns that need attention, and adjust curriculum integration as needed. Clear data for portfolio reviews without formal testing.

How It Works

Simple, independent spelling practice that adapts to your homeschool schedule.

How Lit Spelling Works

Start with Your Child's Level

Brief assessment places each child at the right starting point - from simple CVC words to complex etymology patterns. No grade-level pressure, just appropriate challenge that meets them where they are.

Daily Independent Practice

10 minutes of focused spelling practice with audio modeling and speech-to-text feedback. Short sessions prevent burnout and build consistent habits that homeschool schedules thrive on.

Track and Adjust

Review progress dashboards to see mastery patterns, tricky words, and growth over time. Use insights to integrate spelling into broader language arts curriculum and adjust as needed.

Homeschool Spelling Strategies That Work

Sound-Letter Patterns First

Begin with CVC words (cat, hop, run), then build to blends (bl, st), digraphs (sh, th, ch), and vowel pairs (ai, ea, oa). This systematic approach creates strong phonics foundations that support reading and writing across your curriculum. Pattern awareness builds spelling confidence naturally.

Integrate with Meaning

Ask for quick definitions or sentences in your child's own words. Discuss homophones like there, their, they're and to, too, two during spelling practice. This deepens understanding and connects spelling to vocabulary and composition - making language arts integration seamless.

Short Daily Sessions Beat Long Weekly Ones

Ten minutes daily builds lasting habits. Visible routines work better than marathon sessions once a week. Morning spelling before other subjects, or afternoon spelling practice after lunch - consistency matters more than duration.

Mix Digital and Printable

Export word lists for handwriting or dictation exercises, then return to the app for audio feedback. Combine screen time with pencil-and-paper work to suit your teaching philosophy and child's learning style. Flexible approaches respect homeschool diversity.

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