Spelling Bees For Dummies

Synopsis

Spelling bees have boomed in popularity as an academic competition in which many young people can excel if they only apply themselves. As terrific tools for improving language and reading skills, spelling bees are also garnering a surprising amount of national interest, and have even been celebrated in a hit Broadway play. In the beloved For Dummies fun-and-friendly style, this guide provides information on spelling bees throughout the country, explains how they work and how to enter, and provides strategies for study, inside tips and tricks, memory games, word lists, and more. Brian Ginzer (South Bend, IN) is an educator and spelling coach for the winner of the 2004 Scripps National Spelling Bee