1.    Copy the word once on paper, checking to be sure the word is spelled correctly. Using a crayon, trace the word 3 times. Say the names of the letters as you trace. Say the word at the end each time. (Sandpaper or a craft screen may be placed underneath to produce textured letters.)
2.    For longer words—chunk groups of letters to facilitate memory. Wednesday can be chunked—Wed-nes-day. (Research shows we remember best in chunks of not more than four).
3.    Stand up and arm tap the word 3 times, naming each letter; then, slide while saying the word. (Left-handed: place left hand on right wrist, tap towards right shoulder. Right-handed: place right hand on left shoulder, tap towards left wrist
4.    Trace the word with a finger in your hand, naming each letter and saying the word at the end. Repeat 3 times.
5.    Write the word in the air, naming each letter and saying the word at the end. Repeat 3 times.
6.    Turn the paper over and write the word from memory. You may arm tap.
7.    Check your word.
8.    If correct: Write the word two more times; then in a sentence, underlining the Red Word. If incorrect: Repeat Steps 2-5.

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