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gue – Spelling Practice

A Year 4 spelling worksheet for words ending in -gue (/g/ sound). Includes words like plague and league, with picture prompts and an etymology-based spelling rule.

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Year 4 Spelling Practice – Words Ending in -gue (/g/ Sound) Help your Year 4 pupils build confidence in spelling tricky word endings with this focused ‘-gue’ spelling worksheet, designed to teach words where the /g/ sound is spelt -gue (of French origin). This resource is part of the statutory Year 3 spelling expectations and supports children in recognising and applying this unique spelling pattern through structured, visual practice. Words included: league plague monologue fatigue intrigue tongue Pupils follow this simple, effective process: Read the words Cover them Write the correct word under the matching image Underline the key focus in each word The worksheet provides a key spelling explanation: “Words ending with the /g/ sound spelt –gue and the /k/ sound spelt –que (French in origin)” This activity encourages children to engage with vocabulary from different word origins while reinforcing spelling through image association and repetition. Perfect for: KS2 spelling lessons Focused phonics and morphology teaching Homework or intervention support Visual and EAL learners What’s included: One PDF worksheet featuring six ‘-gue’ ending words Picture cues to boost understanding and retention Clear spelling guidance related to sound and etymology This worksheet is ideal for consolidating knowledge of foreign-origin spelling patterns in a fun, structured way, helping children build accuracy and word awareness.Read more

Year 4 Spelling Practice – Words Ending in -gue (/g/ Sound) Help your Year 4 pupils build confidence in spelling tricky word endings with this focused ‘-gue’ spelling worksheet, designed to teach words where the /g/ sound is spelt -gue (of French origin). This resource is part of the statutory Year 3 spelling expectations and supports children in recognising and applying this unique spelling pattern through structured, visual practice. Words included: league plague monologue fatigue intrigue tongue Pupils follow this simple, effective process: Read the words Cover them Write the correct word under the matching image Underline the key focus in each word The worksheet provides a key spelling explanation: “Words ending with the /g/ sound spelt –gue and the /k/ sound spelt –que (French in origin)” This activity encourages children to engage with vocabulary from different word origins while reinforcing spelling through image association and repetition. Perfect for: KS2 spelling lessons Focused phonics and morphology teaching Homework or intervention support Visual and EAL learners What’s included: One PDF worksheet featuring six ‘-gue’ ending words Picture cues to boost understanding and retention Clear spelling guidance related to sound and etymology This worksheet is ideal for consolidating knowledge of foreign-origin spelling patterns in a fun, structured way, helping children build accuracy and word awareness.

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