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Word by WordAll years · Reception to Year 6

Word by Word: Answers and Grown-up Guide

The companion for parents and tutors: answers for every Word by Word book, the dictation scripts to read aloud, and guidance on marking spelling without knocking a child’s confidence.

Marking and dictation scripts for Reception to Year 6

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Monty’s Tip
If a sentence is difficult, read it aloud together before writing anything down.

What is inside

  • Answers to every question

    Listed by workbook page, so you can find any exercise in seconds.

  • Methods, not just answers

    Wherever a method matters, you see the picture your child should be drawing.

  • Marks you can follow

    Exam-style questions show where the marks fall, for the method and the answer.

  • Teaching notes

    Guidance for open questions, so a sound alternative is not marked wrong.

Questions parents ask

Which year should I choose?
Start with your child's school year. Every topic has several levels, and the upper levels reach into the next year.
Do I need the Answers and Methods booklet?
It is written for parents and tutors and lines up exactly with the workbook. You can buy it on its own, or choose the bundle to get both.
Where do I buy it?
All of our books are sold on Amazon. The buttons on this site take you straight to the listing.