University Interscholastic League A+ Academics Spelling Resources Page

🏆 Prepare for the UIL Spelling Competition! 🏆

Mid-May 2025

Welcome to your one-stop resource hub for everything you need to ace the UIL Spelling Competition! Whether you're a seasoned speller or new to the challenge, this page is here to help you succeed and feel confident on competition day.

Why Spelling Matters:

Spelling may seem like a small detail, but it’s much more than just getting words right—it’s about precision, communication, and confidence. Strong spelling skills not only help you in competitions but also in your everyday life. They improve your ability to express yourself clearly, boost your reading and writing skills, and even enhance your academic success overall!

Why Participate in UIL Spelling?

  • Challenge yourself to improve your skills

  • Show off your hard work and dedication

  • Gain confidence in your ability to master complex words

  • Set yourself up for success in future academic challenges

Your Resource Hub:

This page is designed to give you the tools, tips, and resources you need to prepare and compete with confidence. Here’s what you’ll find:

  • Study Materials: Lists of words, practice exercises, and tips for memorizing tricky spellings

  • Test Prep Resources: Study guides and helpful links for in-depth preparation

  • Practice Tests: Simulate the competition and see how ready you are!

  • Spelling Strategies: Proven methods for tackling even the toughest words

  • Motivational Tips: Stay inspired and motivated as you prepare!

Remember, the key to success is consistency. Start practicing now, stay focused, and believe in yourself.

You’ve got this!

Resources

UIL A+ Spelling Webpage

General contest information directly from UIL A+ Spelling. Other resources on this page also.

Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary

The dictionary by Merriam-Webster is America's most trusted online dictionary for English word definitions, meanings, and pronunciation.

Think of a dictionary as a tool that will help you accomplish your very best writing. Dictionaries help you determine the precise denotations of words, while a thesaurus, used responsibly, can help you to capture subtle differences in the connotations of words.  

Encyclopedias

Explore the fact-checked online encyclopedia from Encyclopedia Britannica with hundreds of thousands of objectives.

Spelling Lists

Study Lists by Theme with Test

Study Lists by Theme with Test

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