One carschooling mom said that her children were more receptive to learning spelling words when the words on their spelling list had a single theme. For example, here is a list of words that describe parts of cars and things used in cars. Use them for spelling words or try to make a complete sentence using each word—it can be silly or sane.
Battery
Brake
Bumper
Dashboard
Engine
Gas
Glove compartment
Hubcap
Lights
Mirror
Muffler
Oil
Seatbelt
Speedometer
Tire
Transmission
Turn signals
Windshield
