In today’s post I’m sharing 9 free spelling pages for short vowel words. But don’t worry – it’s more than your standard worksheet!
I created this set of pages to help my Five get practice spelling and writing short vowel words.
Why not have kids copy spelling words 5 times each?
- It’s too easy to copy words without thinking about them.
- We can find many more thoughtful alternatives – why stick with a low level activity?
- If we want kids to love words and writing, we should bypass the boring activities.
Any spelling work I do at my house is supplemental, since my kids attend our church’s parochial school beginning in kindergarten. So I have to make sure that what I create keeps their attention.
You’ll love how simple this is!
1. Give your child a printable, pencil, and die.
2. Have him roll the die. He will write a word with an ending corresponding to the number on the die. On the above printable, rolling a two would mean writing a word that ends with “ack.”
3. Show your child how to use the letters, blends, and digraphs to create new words.
4. Set a timer or a set number of words to write so your child knows when to finish. Filling in every line would be a bit much!
My Five enjoyed this; it was a great activity to keep him busy and learning while I worked with a sibling. In the classroom, you could use it as a center or as quiet work when you finish a spelling lesson. If you wanted this to be a partner activity, you could have children take turns rolling the die and writing words. They could write in colored pencils if you wanted to see who had written which word.
In the download, you’ll find nine pages:
- at, an, ag, ad, ap, ab
- it, ig, in, ill, ip, ick
- ot, ob, og, op, ock
- et, en, ell, ed
- ug, um, un, ut
- an, un, en, in
- at, it, ot, ut
- ag, ig, ill, ell
We hope you enjoy this freebie!
Get more resources
&
© 2014 – 2016, Anna G. All rights reserved.
Linda says
Thank you for sharing., this is a wonderful review for phonics and spelling! I know my students will enjoy these.
Anna Geiger says
You’re very welcome, Linda!
amber says
I can’t get this yo print… Im Using my phone – that may have something to do with it??
Anna Geiger says
I don’t know for sure, Amber, but that would be my guess. Hopefully you can get to a lap or desktop and try again!
Angela says
This Roll & Write is just what I needed for word family practice & spelling. Thank you for creating it!
Anna Geiger says
You’re very welcome, Angela!
shirley dolland says
I just love your creative and easy exercises to make learning interesting and for kids. I’m a first grade tutor for reluctant learners and they love “your stuff.” Thanks so much.
Shirley
Anna Geiger says
I’m so glad to hear that, Shirley – thanks so much for the encouraging comment!
Mary Peterson says
Love this game. I love using games to provide drill and this one is a winner.
Anna Geiger says
Thank you for your kind words, Mary!
Margaret says
Love your page! I would like to alter this so that the writing space is larger for use in a center (laminated) with Vis a Vis transparency pens. Basically, I would white out every other line, starting with the first. May I have permission to make that change? Please let me know, thanks!
Anna Geiger says
Certainly, Margaret!
Margaret says
Thank you!
Joanne says
This is awesome! Thank you so much for sharing!
Anna Geiger says
You’re very welcome, Joanne!
Lavern Hollis says
Thank you for your generous sharing. I am new to kindergarten this year. Your resources have been a really big help to me. Thank you so much.
Anna Geiger says
So glad I can help you out in your transition to a new grade level, Lavern!
Rowena Abrahams. says
August 9 2016.
Hi Anna, Thanks so much for sharing these fantastic resources.
Anna Geiger says
You’re welcome, Rowena – thanks so much for reading!
Marcia Chambers says
I have a wide and varied population of K students. These games fit the bill with little prep time for me. With gratitude!
Anna Geiger says
Yay – I’m so glad these are working for your, Marcia!
Angela says
Love the application with creating words! Do you have something similar for long vowel patterns?
Anna Geiger says
Here you go, Angela: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/grab-these-free-games-to-help-kids-spell-long-vowel-words/
Sofia Pedraza says
I loved this activities so much!!My little ones will have a blast with this, than you so much!
My favorite game the roll & write game!!
Anna Geiger says
You’re very welcome, Sofia!
Lue Ann Carrington says
Anna thank you so very much for this resource, its going to make my life so much easier come September. May God continue to bless you and your good works.
Anna Geiger says
Thank you so much for the kind words, Lue Ann!
Stephanie says
You are amazing! I love every game that you create. I am in awe of your creativity. Your children are so lucky to have them as a mom and teacher. Thank you for sharing.
Anna G says
Thank you for the kind words, Stephanie! I’m glad you like them!
senthilkumar says
i suggest my co-staff to explore your website. I am spreading yours Anna. All credits go to you. We are much grateful to you..
Thanku mam.
Anna G says
You’re very welcome! I hope you find many helpful resources on my site!
Astrid says
I love all of your products! These are great for word work. I teach 2nd grade bilingual and some of my students are very low so being able to make words and read them is just perfect for independent work. Do you have more of these besides the short and long vowels?
Anna G says
No, not right now, Astrid!
Alvone Scott says
I LOVE all of your resources, lessons, and tips!! Writing is a challenging subject to teach, but I always feel more confident when I use your resources and lessons. Everything is of high quality, doable, and relevant. I always look to you before I go to other teacher experts, TpT, etc., for guidance.
Thank you!!!
Anna G says
This is so wonderful to hear, Alvone! Thank you!!
richa says
thnx a lot for the wonderful creative engaging game.
Daisy G Rochelle says
Do you think my second grader would learn his spelling words if I do this and he not throwing a temper tantrum???
Anna G says
I think if you choose words that are at his level so that it’s not too hard for him and teach the words with games, there’s a good chance of that. 🙂