Words Their Way 4th Grade Spelling Syllables Affixes Word Study Word Searches
🔍 Discovery Word Searches for Word Study | Syllables & Affixes (Words Their Way Companion)
Looking for a fresh way to energize your word study routine and support your implementation of Words Their Way? These Discovery Word Searches are an engaging, hands-on activity for 3rd–5th graders that help students recognize correct spellings and word patterns while having fun!
Perfect as a companion to Syllables and Affixes Spellers (2nd Edition – Green Book, 2009 & 3rd Edition, 2018), these searches guide students toward independent discovery of their word study words.
✨ How It Works
Students begin their word study with a “blind” word search—no word list is provided. As they uncover 2–3 words, patterns begin to emerge, helping them discover the rest of their sort words. This routine encourages:
✔ Pattern recognition
✔ Word study independence
✔ Correct spelling recognition (key to spelling growth!)
📂 What’s Included
- ✔ 2nd Edition (2009, Green Book): 54 word searches
- ✔ 3rd Edition (2018): 58 word searches
- ✔ Two Formats:
- Full-page with sorting chart
- Half-page (2 per sheet) for interactive notebooks
- ✔ Answer Keys for quick checking
- ✔ Editable Word Study Schedule for easy planning
- ✔ Student Notebook Covers to organize word study materials
- ✔ Implementation Tips for building an effective word search routine
- ✔ Teacher Reference Word Lists (for 3rd Edition)
🎯 Why Teachers Love This Resource
- Low-prep, high-engagement word study activity
- Builds confidence with spelling patterns
- Works seamlessly with Words Their Way or independently
- Great for word study notebooks, centers, or small groups
⭐ Bonus: While student searches don’t include word lists (to encourage discovery), a Teacher Word List Reference PDF is provided for easy support!
Bring discovery, fun, and structure to your word study block with these Discovery Word Searches for Syllables & Affixes—your students will love them, and you’ll love the results!
