Today, we’re going to talk about spelling and vocabulary. It’s important to note that although there is overlap, they are not the same thing. Spelling is when a child hears, or thinks of, a word and is able to write, or know, the letters in the word--in their correct order. I know, I know, you say that some people are just naturally better at this. Well, some people are just naturally better at ice hockey or piano. Does that mean that no one should learn to skate or play the piano unless they’re one of those naturally gifted individuals? Of course not.