1 ABC Order Write ALL words in alphabetical order.
2 ZYX Order Write ALL words in backwards alphabetical order (from z to a).
**You may do #1 or #2 but not both.**
3 Backwards Words Write ALL words forwards, then backwards. Ex: crust - tsurc
4 Rainbow Words Write ALL words 3 times each using a different color each time.
5 No Vowels Write ALL words without using vowels. Next to each, write the full spelling word. Ex: b _ tt _ n (button)6 No Consonants Write ALL words without using consonants. Next to each word, write the full spelling word. Ex: _ i _ _ e _ (zipper)
**You may do #5 or #6,but not both.**
7 Silly Sentences Write 5 silly sentences using at least 2 spelling words in each sentence. Underline the spelling words used. Ex: Do you prefer a zipper or a button?
8 Story Words Write a story using at least 12 of your spelling words. Please underline the spelling words used.
9 Picture Perfect Write ALL words and draw a picture for at least 10 of the words. (Color optional)
10 Scrambled Words Have another person mix up the letters in each word (ALL words), then YOU unscramble them. Ex: lrcola = collar
11 Computer Words Type ALL words 2xs each. Add clip art if you would like to (optional). Ex: brick, brick
12 Wordsearch I Create a wordsearch using puzzlemaker.school.discovery.com using ALL words. Solve the wordsearch yourself.
13 Wordsearch II Create a wordsearch using ALL words with grid paper. Have a friend or family member solve. **You may complete #12 or #13, but not both.**
14 Ransom Words Using magazines, newspapers, etc. cut out letters to make 10 spelling words.
15 Pyramid Words Write ALL words in the shape of a pyramid. Add d
one letter at a time as you move down each line. dr
dra
drag
16 Words in Words Write ALL words. For at least 12 words, list 2 words that can be found within that word. Ex: collar (car, oar, roll, call)
17 Surround Words Write ALL spelling words 2xs around the edge of your paper (to make a border). On the inside, choose one word to illustrate.
18 Magazine Words Find 8 spelling words in a newspaper or magazine (whole word, not different letters put together).
19 X-Words Join two spelling words using a common letter. p
Use ALL words (10 pairs). c o l l a r
s
s
20 Other Handed Write ALL spelling words using the opposite hand you write with. Then, write the word again next to it using your correct hand.
21 Telephone Words Write ALL spelling words. Then, using a telephone key pad, write the spelling words using numbers. Ex: crust (27878)
22 30 Second Words Write an advertisement to sell a product using at least 12 spelling words. Underline each spelling word.
23 Choo Choo Words Write ALL words 2xs each as a continuous word so it looks like a train. Go back and highlight every other word in a different color so they look like train cars. Ex: crustpasselseskillbragzipperbegancollardragsmell
24 Secret Agent Word Write all the letters of the alphabet, then give them a symbol. Write at least 12 spelling words using symbols. Ex: %#?% = else
25 Spelling Math Add and subtract letter from a different word to create at least 12 spelling words. Ex: COLLEGE - EGE + AR = COLLAR
26 Rhyme Time Write ALL words. Then find at least one word that rhymes for at least 12 of the spelling words. Ex: crust (must, dust, rust)
27 Define It Write ALL words. Then write the definition for at least 10 spelling words.
28 Synonym Words Write ALL words. Then write a synonym (word with the same meaning) for at least 10 words. Ex: begin (start)
29 Antonym Words Write ALL words. Then write an antonym (word with the opposite meaning) for at least 10 words. Ex: begin (end)
30 What's in a Name? Write 4 students' names vertically. Then, find K e p t
spelling words that share the same letters, b r A g
b u T t o n
h E l d
31 Syllable Words Divide ALL words into syllables. Ex: zip/per, be/gin, ex/cel/lent
32 Part of Speech Words Sort ALL words according to part of speech. (noun, pronoun, verb, adverb, adjective, conjunction, interjection, preposition) Ex: NOUNS - crust, zipper, collar
33 Friendly Letter Words Write a friendly letter (heading, greeting, body, closing, signature) to a person of your choice, using at least 12 spelling words.
34 Disappearing Words Write each word, then continue to write it into all letters have disappeared. Ex: smell, _ mell, _ _ ell, _ _ _ ll, _ _ _ _ l, _ _ _ _ _
For choices #35 - 47, you may only choose ONE! In order to receive credit for completing one of the following activities, I must have a parent signature. No signature 9, no credit!
35 Delicious Words Write ALL words using a food product (pasta, cheerios, pretzels, cookie dough, etc.)
36 Clean Words Write ALL words in shaving cream.
37 Dirty Words Write ALL words in dirt, mud, or sand.
38 Flashlight Words Turn off the lights, and use the flashlight to spell ALL words.
39 Cheer Words Spell ALL your words out loud like a cheerleader.
40 Backwriting Spell ALL words on someone's back and have them guess the word (They can draw on your back, too!)
41 Etch-a-Word Using an etch-a-sketch or magna doodle, write ALL words.
42 3-D Words Use play dough or clay to spell ALL words.
43 Sports Words Spell out ALL words while jump roping or dribbling a basketball. Say the word, and spell each letter per jump or dribble.
44 Sound Words Tape yourself spelling out your words. Then, play the tape back to listen.
45 String Words Use yarn, ribbon, or silly string to spell ALL words.
46 Magnetic Words Use magnetic letters to spell ALL words.
47 Popsicle Words Spell ALL words using popsicle sticks.
48 100% on pretest If you scored a 100% on your pre-test, you may skip 2 activities. YEAH!
49 Create-an-activity! Do you have an idea of your own way to practice your spelling words? Let me know first! I can't wait to hear your idea!