Words Their Way Long and Short Vowels 3rd Grade Spelling Word Study Word Search
🔎 Discovery Word Searches for Word Study – Within Word Pattern Spellers (Words Their Way)
Want to add excitement and discovery to your word study routine with Words Their Way? These Discovery Word Searches are a fun, engaging way for 3rd–5th grade students to recognize correct spellings and word patterns while actively working with their sorts.
This resource is designed as a companion to the Within Word Pattern Spellers in Words Their Way for both the 2nd Edition (2009 – yellow book) and the 3rd Edition (2018).
In this routine, students begin with a “blind” word search as their first activity. As they find 2–3 words, they start to notice patterns emerging from their list. Without a provided word list, students sharpen their ability to spot correct spellings and internalize word study patterns—an essential skill for spelling growth!
⭐ A Teacher Word List Reference Tool (PDF) is included to make planning easy.
📘 What’s Inside
- 2nd Edition: 50 word searches
- 3rd Edition: 59 word searches
- Two Format Options:
- 1 per page with a sorting chart
- 2 per page (½ sheets, perfect for notebooks)
- Answer Keys
- Implementation Tips for Word Search Routines
- Editable Word Study Schedule
- Student Notebook Covers
- Words Their Way Teacher Word List Reference (3rd Edition only)
🎯 Why Teachers Love This Resource
- Keeps word study engaging and hands-on
- Builds spelling improvement through pattern recognition
- Complements Words Their Way perfectly (but can also be used independently)
- Saves teacher prep time with ready-to-use searches and answer keys
✨ This resource turns spelling practice into an active discovery process your students will actually look forward to!
