Looking for a simple, consistent way to bridge the gap between school spelling instruction and at-home practice? The word lists in this weekly spelling resource cover prefixes, suffixes, derivational suffixes, consonant and vowel alternation, Latin roots, Greek roots, and more.
This Derivational Relations Weekly Spelling Homework Resource was created with busy teachers and families in mind — ready-to-use word lists and take-home sorts that make homework clear, meaningful, and easy to manage.
Each word list is aligned to Words Their Way (3rd Edition) Derivational Relations stage and is appropriate for 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade spellers, as well as for differentiation and remediation in upper grades.
WHAT'S INCLUDED FOR EACH WORD LIST
- Take-home word list printable with suggested practice activities
- Cut-apart words for sorting at home or in the classroom
- Half-page and 3-per-page versions to save paper and simplify prep
- Sorting cards for small group or independent practice
- Homework letter to parents for each new unit
- Teacher tips for launching and maintaining a consistent routine
HOW THIS RESOURCE HELPS YOU & YOUR STUDENTS
- Creates a consistent home-school connection
- Keeps at-home practice manageable — just 10–15 minutes a day
- Builds mastery through repeated, hands-on exposure
- Offers flexibility for homework, centers, or small groups
- Strengthens connections between spelling, reading, and vocabulary development
- Saves planning and prep time while keeping instruction aligned
UNITS COVERED
- Unit 1: Suffixes and Prefixes | Lists 1–5
- Unit 2: Derivational Suffixes | Lists 6–11
- Unit 3: The Suffix -ION | Lists 12–15
- Unit 4: Spelling-Meaning Patterns 1 | Lists 16–18
- Unit 5: Latin and Greek Word Parts 1 | Lists 19–22
- Unit 6: Spelling-Meaning Patterns 2 | Lists 23–26
- Unit 7: Latin and Greek Word Parts 2 | Lists 27–31
- Unit 8: Spelling-Meaning Patterns 3 | Lists 32–37
- Unit 9: Latin and Greek Word Parts 3 | Lists 38–47
- Unit 10: Latin and Greek Word Parts 4 | Lists 48–55
- Unit 11: Prefix Assimilation | Lists 56–59
- Unit 12: French and Greek Spelling Features, Cognates, Greek and Latin Plurals, British and American Words, and Collective Nouns | Lists 60–65
ABOUT THE DERIVATIONAL RELATIONS STAGE
This stage is where students begin connecting spelling with meaning on a deeper level. Typically spanning grades 3–6 and beyond, students at this level are proficient with foundational spelling patterns and ready to explore advanced word study concepts. Instruction focuses on prefixes, suffixes, derivational suffixes, consonant and vowel alternation, and the study of Latin and Greek roots. By analyzing how words are built, students strengthen spelling while expanding vocabulary and overall language skills.
EXPLORE MORE DERIVATIONAL RELATIONS RESOURCES
- Word Study Notebook
- Word Searches
- Fill in the Blank Word List Activity
- Weekly Spelling Homework
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Bundle of All Four Printable Resources + All Games
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Copyright © Tammy Roose, Tarheelstate Teacher.
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