In our class, we have started our Word Study program. Based on a diagnostic spelling test each student did in September, several Word Study groupings were established.

This current week, we all started with the same words (long e patterns) so we could get used to the routines and expectations of how Word Study is run.

How does it work?

Students are given a new sort each Monday where they learn about different aspects and features of the words they received. Throughout the week, students are asked to complete various activities from their ‘Homework Menu’ to practice using their words in different ways, and on Friday, we will have a spelling assessment.

In the pictures below, we are working with a buddy to complete the activity called “Blind Sort with a Buddy”. This is where one person reads the words and the partner writes them down in the correct category, aiming to spell them correctly, of course!

What are some spelling ‘tricks’ or rules you could share with us?