Dimensions
220 x 275 x 10mm
This resource covers the complete curriculum of word study for the letter name-alphabetic stage of spelling development.
It includes over 80 reproducible sorts, including sorts and activities for beginning consonant, same-vowel and mixed vowel word families, diagraph and blends, short vowels in CVC words, preconsonantal nasals and r-influenced vowels and contractions.
Each unit begins with teaching tips, standard routines and spell checks.
Step-by-step directions include generalisations for each lesson highlighting what students will learn, tips for sorting and discussion, critical thinking questions, and opportunities to extend and apply learning.
Unit assessments allow teachers to monitor student progress.
Samples Download the detailed table of contents.
Preview sample pages from Words Their Way: Word Sorts for Letter Name-Alphabetic Spellers, Global Edition.
About the series Words Their Way is a teacher-directed, student-centred approach to vocabulary growth and spelling development where students from Foundation to junior secondary engage in a variety of sound, pattern and meaning activities, sorting pictures and words. Words Their Way enables teachers to assess, clearly identify and document each student's spelling stage, group students with common needs and tailor activities to improve students' spelling knowledge. All resources have been adapted for Australian classrooms with British English spelling and Australian pronunciation.
