Did you know it has been proven that when students use word sorts, they understand their words longer and deeper?

This is a spelling supplement (word sorts) to Myview Literacy or Savvas Realize for 2nd grade.

This includes the following:

*2 lists per Chapter.

*6 Units in all.

*ALL word sorts are included from 2nd Grade Myview Literacy program.

There is a Google Document with two links to Google Slides for every list. One link is to use for hands-on in the classroom and the other link is for computer work, centers, or to present on the board while you are teaching. The smaller slides are easier to print for your students and the larger slides are easier to view.

Word sorts are important for students to learn spelling words because they provide a hands-on and interactive approach to developing spelling skills. Here are some reasons why word sorts are beneficial:

1. Categorization and Organization: Word sorts involve categorizing words based on their spelling patterns, phonics rules, or other linguistic features. By sorting words into groups, students develop an understanding of how words are related and organized, which helps them make connections and identify patterns in spelling.
2. Active Engagement: Word sorts require students to actively engage with the words by manipulating and sorting them. This hands-on approach helps reinforce learning and enhances retention. It also encourages students to take ownership of their learning process.
3. Analytical Thinking: Word sorts promote analytical thinking as students analyze the similarities and differences among words. They develop critical thinking skills by examining the spelling patterns, letter combinations, and phonetic elements within words.
4. Pattern Recognition: By sorting words into categories, students begin to recognize recurring patterns and structures in spelling. They become more aware of common prefixes, suffixes, vowel patterns, and consonant clusters. This awareness helps them apply spelling patterns to new words and make educated guesses about word spellings.
5. Vocabulary Development: Word sorts expose students to a variety of words with similar spelling patterns. This exposure expands their vocabulary and helps them understand the relationships between words. It also enhances their word recognition skills, which can improve reading comprehension.
6. Reinforcement of Phonics Skills: Word sorts align with phonics instruction and reinforce the phonics skills students are learning. They allow students to practice applying phonetic knowledge to real words, which improves their ability to decode and encode words accurately.
7. Independent Learning: Word sorts can be used as independent learning activities. Once students become familiar with the process, they can complete word sorts on their own, giving them a sense of autonomy and self-directed learning. It also allows teachers to differentiate instruction based on individual student needs.

Here is what I do for spelling class each week.

Monday: Students will cut out and move their words into the correct spelling pattern category. Some words on our lists do not fit the category. We would consider those words oddballs. You can place those words outside the list but still practice saying the words out loud. Students will keep their words in a bag in their desk or chair pocket until the next day.

Tuesday: Students get their words back out and try to sort the words quicker. (Speed Sort). 

Wednesday: Students will write their words in their notebook as a list or draw a picture and write their words inside of the picture.

Thursday: We use a different organizer (worksheet) each week to practice our words.

Friday: We take our quiz.