Spelling instruction can be confusing! When to start, how to assess, how to choose words, what words to choose, etc. Spelling 101: A (Sort of) Succinct Summary About Spelling is a quick(ish) four page summary of some of the most important highlights to know about spelling. It includes...-why spelling is important- the difference between spelling and phonics- how to teach spelling-how to assess spellingand much, much more!