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Weekly Spelling Homework 2nd 3rd Grade Spelling Words Their Way Spelling Lists

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Product Details

Looking for a simple, consistent way to bridge the gap between school spelling instruction and at-home practice? This resource was created with busy teachers (and families) in mind—ready-to-use word lists and take-home sorts that make homework practice clear, meaningful, and easy to manage. These word lists are appropriate for 2nd grade and early 3rd grade spellers and for differentiation and remediation in the upper grades and aligned to the Words Their Way Sorts for Within Word Pattern Spellers 3rd Edition.

Students get hands-on practice with the exact word study concepts they’re learning in class, while families get practical tools that don’t require extra prep or explanation. With flexible printing options, teacher tips for launching the routine, and a parent letter for each unit, everything you need to streamline your spelling homework system is at your fingertips!

The Within Word Pattern Spellers stage is where students move beyond simple CVC words and begin exploring the many ways vowels can be spelled. Students in this stage typically fall between late first grade and early third grade. While they can usually read most one-syllable words, they often struggle to spell them correctly and are now ready to study common and less common long-vowel patterns, r-controlled vowels, diphthongs, ambiguous vowels, and more.

✅ What’s Included for Each Word List

Take-home word list printable (with suggested activities for practice)
Cut-apart words for sorting (great for both home and classroom use)
Half-page and 3-per-page versions to save paper and simplify prep
Sorting cards for small group or independent use
Homework Letter to Parents for each new unit
Teacher tips for launching and maintaining a successful homework routine

✅ How This Resource Helps You & Students

Provides a consistent home-school connection so families can easily support word study
Keeps at-home practice manageable (just 10–15 minutes a day!)
Helps students master spelling patterns through repeated, hands-on exposure
Offers flexibility—use the same materials for homework, centers, or small group lessons
Pairs seamlessly with Tarheelstate Teacher word study printables, games, and activities
Builds stronger connections between spelling, reading, and writing

Perfect for teachers who want to:

Simplify weekly word study homework
Provide families with clear, practical tools for supporting learning
Ensure at-home practice is aligned to classroom instruction
Save planning and prep time while keeping word study consistent and effective

✨ Whether you’re sending home word lists each week, running small group word study, or looking for ways to connect classroom learning with at-home support, this resource has you covered!