Words sorts can help students build stronger spelling skills. These spelling activities can be used in class, in learning stations, or for homework. They are easy for students to complete without help, and they reinforce knowledge of spelling patterns.
In this post, there are two types of word sorts:
- Words with initial blends
- Blends in the middle and end of words
Words with Initial Blends
Words with cl
- clasp
- clear
- clever
- cloth
Words with sc
- scar
- scoot
- scorn
- scum
Words with st
- stand
- stable
- sting
- stomp
Words with tr
- train
- treat
- tremble
- trust
Word Sort with Initial Blends
Words with Medial and Final Blends
There are too many words to show here, but these are a great starting spot for students in grades 2-4.
Words with sp
- dispute
- grasp
- respond
- wasp
Words with st
- chopstick
- crust
- sister
- thirsty
Words with pt
- adopt
- adapt
- erupts
- tempting
Words with nd
- handy
- mind
- sender
- understand
Words with Medial and Final Blends
These word sorts correspond with our spiral warmups in Word Fluency: Consonant Blends and Spelling 1: Short Vowels and Blends.
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