Words Their Way Instructions

Words Their Way 

Every time you get a new set of words, this is what you need to do: 

• GET your words and do your WRITE & SORT!  

• Do not glue them in! 
• Get them checked by Mrs. Jessie 

• Highlight the word patterns (if there is a pattern – ask if you aren’t sure): 
• Example: CVVC  Boat   or –eg patterns: beg, leg 

• Write your words in complete sentences. If you do not know what the words mean – look in the dictionary! 
• Put your words in ALPHABETIC ORDER – Ant, Antelope, Artist, Balloon, Beluga, Cotton 
• Rainbow Write: Ant, Antelope 

• Fancy Words: Ant, Antelope, Artist, Balloon 
• Word Search: Go into your file and find the word search. Cut it out and glue into your Daily 5 book when you are done.   
• NOW YOU CAN CUT OUT YOUR WORDS! 
• Speed Sort – Use the iPad to race yourself, 3 times!  
• Blind Sort/Partner Sort – Have somebody say the words to you, and you point to the right category.  
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 For Extra Practice, don't forget to click on the Spelling City link to the right!