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3 Ways to Organize Weekly Spelling Practice

I have been asked to share some of the ways I organize my weekly spelling practice.  I prefer to incorporate spelling practice into our Word Work rotation during our Daily 5 block (you can read more about our weekly routine here). In order to do this, things need to be organized so the students can access and use the materials independently. Here are my three favorite ways to organize student practice.
I prefer to incorporate spelling practice into our Word Work rotation during our Daily 5 block. In order to do this, things need to be organized so the students can access and use the materials independently. Here are my three favorite ways to organize student practice.

Pocket Charts for Spelling Practice

Any pocket charts that hold folders work great because they don’t take up a lot of space and the different activities can be housed in separate pockets. I was able to grab a couple of small pocket charts from Target this summer. These have 5 pockets, which means they are perfect for our weekly spelling practice.
Using pocket charts to organize weekly spelling practice is a great option. They don't take up a lot of space and can be easily changed out each week.
I can load up each folder with the worksheet I want my students to complete that day. Students just need to open the folder of the day.
Using pocket charts to organize weekly spelling practice is a great option. They don't take up a lot of space and can be easily changed out each week. Students just need to find the folder of the day to grab the right page. You can also tuck in extra spelling lists, just in case.

 

I like to keep extra lists near the worksheets just in case!
Using pocket charts to organize weekly spelling practice is a great option. They don't take up a lot of space and can be easily changed out each week. Students just need to find the folder of the day to grab the right page. You can also tuck in extra spelling lists, just in case.

 

Drawers for Spelling Practice

This option is great for both the editable worksheets or the blank worksheets.  I can keep extra lists in the first drawer and place the copies needed for the week in each of the other drawers.
Using Sterilite drawers can be a great way to organize your weekly spelling practice. They are easy for students to access and can be changed out quickly each week. I used the sixth drawer for extra copies of the spelling lists.

Using Sterilite drawers can be a great way to organize your weekly spelling practice. They are easy for students to access and can be changed out quickly each week. I used the sixth drawer for extra copies of the spelling lists.
When I use the editable worksheets, I just print on different colors so the students know which paper to grab from the drawer. If you like these Sterilite drawer labels, be sure to check out this post to grab your own set for free. I have had great luck finding my Sterilite drawers in stores, but you can also find them on Amazon.

   

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Folders for Spelling Practice

This is a great option to save copies in the long run. Each folder is filled with the spelling worksheets my students use.  The worksheets are placed inside sheet protectors. Students can practice all year long using a dry erase marker and a spelling list (dice and paperclips are needed for two of the worksheets).
If you're looking for a great way to save on copies for the year, you can use spelling folders for your weekly spelling practice. Copy all of the pages you want, place into sheet protectors, and then place these pages into a folder. Students can use the pages again and again each week with a new list of spelling words.
I love that students can pull these out easily during our Word Work rotation and work at their own pace.  These are also be great for fast finishers!
If you're looking for a great way to save on copies for the year, you can use spelling folders for your weekly spelling practice. Copy all of the pages you want, place into sheet protectors, and then place these pages into a folder. Students can use the pages again and again each week with a new list of spelling words.
You can learn more about these spelling worksheets in this blog post. You can also click on any of the pictures below. I have packs for 10 words, 15 words, 16 words, and 20 words. You can even try a FREE sample here.

 

  • Spelling Worksheets
    10 Words
  • Spelling Worksheets
    15 Words
  • Spelling Worksheets
    16 Words
  • Spelling Worksheets
    20 Words
  • Spelling Worksheets
    sample pack

 

Happy Teaching!

I prefer to incorporate spelling practice into our Word Work rotation during our Daily 5 block. In order to do this, things need to be organized so the students can access and use the materials independently. Here are my three favorite ways to organize student practice.

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