(Jon’s spelling test of June 8. The words in bold are the actual spelling words; he has to write a sentence for each showing that he knows how to use them. We’re wracking our brains how to teach him the meaning of one of this week’s words: spectrum. —L)

I understand how to play the Wii.
I can’t remain after school.
Let’s capture some animals.
He went down in the valleys.
The Lion King takes place in Africa.
Zoos have wild animals in captivity.
I complain about my dinner.
Humens are primates.
She walks with a funny gait.
The dog strayed away.