First graders have begun weekly spelling lists.  After a short mini-lesson introducing the new spelling rule, students brainstormed a corresponding list of words and then chose their own words.  Our first rule is that words of one syllable ending in f, l, s, or z usually end in double ff, ll, ss, or zz.  In other words if there is 1 syllable, 1 short vowel, and the word ends with 1 s, l, f, or z, then double the final consonant.  We will use the mnemonic “Sammy loves fried zebras.” to help us remember.