How to Get 'Words Their Way' Parent Approved

I LOVE using Words Their Way in my classroom!  Words Their Way is a developmental word study program that classrooms everywhere are using and experiencing huge success!

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It is amazing for all learners at whatever spelling stage they are at!  It teaches kiddos to not be afraid of spelling new and challenging words!  

If a child is working on the bl, br, gr, and gl blends and spells the word 'globe' like this:

I would praise this student and count the word correct because they were able to show me mastery of the gl blend that he/she was working on.  (Of course along with other spelling patterns this child has previously learned.)  This particular child has not covered the long vowel/silent e spelling pattern yet.

This is wonderful in the classroom, however when that child makes a list of his/her word sort to use at home, it can get very confusing for parents.  For this reason, each time a child begins a new sort, I send a "Home List" with them to put on their refrigerator!

It's already sorted, labeled, and easy for parents to start a conversation with their child!  If I ever forget to send one home, I love that the parent sends a note the next day reminding me to send one home!

Words My Way Letter-Name Alphabetic Spellers Home Lists  

(Second Edition: Red Book)

Words My Way Within Word Pattern Spellers Home Lists 

(Second Edition: Yellow Book)

Words My Way Syllables and Affixes Spellers Home Lists

(Second Edition:  Green Book)

Words My Way Data Recording Charts (Second Edition)

Words My Way Data Recording Charts (Third Edition)