{"product_id":"vowel-alternation-long-short-spelling-games","title":"Vowel Alternates: Long to Short Vowel Sort 17 Derivational Relations Games","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRelated words often keep their spelling even when their sounds change. These \u003cstrong\u003evowel alternation games\u003c\/strong\u003e help students examine spelling-meaning pairs where a \u003cstrong\u003eLong Vowel changes to a Short Vowel\u003c\/strong\u003e, like \u003cem\u003eplease\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003epleasant\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003emine\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003emineral\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe games are aligned to \u003cstrong\u003eWords Their Way: Word Sorts for Derivational Relations Spellers (3rd Edition), Unit 4, Sort 17\u003c\/strong\u003e, but they work alongside any word study or morphology program. They're designed for students in the middle of the Derivational Relations stage, with words suited to upper elementary and early middle grades. Students often know these words already but need direct practice seeing the spelling-meaning connections between them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWHAT'S INCLUDED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinked! Board Game (Partner Game)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eStudents take turns drawing cards and moving their pawns along the game board path, searching for and recording words that are \"linked\" in spelling and meaning as they race to the finish before their opponent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTeacher directions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLinked! game board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGame cards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eStudent-friendly directions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRecording sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAnswer key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVowel Alternation Sprint (Independent Activity)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eStudents generate the missing related word in each sentence, then match it to a card describing the vowel alternation that happened. Three board versions give students repeated practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTeacher directions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGame cards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWord board (3 versions)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRecording sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAnswer key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eALSO INCLUDED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlack and white and color versions of everything\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWord list of all included words\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAnswer keys for both activities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHOW THIS RESOURCE HELPS YOU AND YOUR STUDENTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBuilds vocabulary and morphology skills along with spelling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHelps students use related words to spell sounds that change from one form of a word to another\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWorks for partner centers, small groups, early finishers, and independent practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRecording sheets build in accountability and quick assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUses the same game formats as the rest of Unit 4, so students don't have to learn new rules each week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eReady to print and use with very little prep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWant every game in this unit? This game set is included in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.tarheelstateteacher.com\/products\/vowel-alternations-derivational-relations-activities\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVowel Alternations in Related Words Unit 4 Derivational Relations Games Bundle | Sounded and Silent Consonants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, so you can get all of the Unit 4 games together and save.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eABOUT THE DERIVATIONAL RELATIONS STAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis stage is where students begin connecting spelling with meaning on a deeper level. Typically spanning grades 4-6 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNEED PRINTABLES FOR THE ENTIRE DERIVATIONAL RELATIONS LEVEL?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.tarheelstateteacher.com\/products\/derivational-relations-worksheets-spelling-activities\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the Derivational Relations Printable Bundle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (contains all 4 resources)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOr, Shop By Activity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.tarheelstateteacher.com\/products\/derivational-relations-spellers-word-study-notebook\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWord Study Notebook\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.tarheelstateteacher.com\/products\/derivational-relations-word-search-activities\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWord Searches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.tarheelstateteacher.com\/products\/derivational-relations-fill-in-the-blank-spelling-activity\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFill in the Blank Word List Activity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.tarheelstateteacher.com\/products\/derivational-relations-weekly-spelling-homework-words-their-way\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWeekly Spelling Homework \u0026amp; Word Lists\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCopyright © Tammy Roose, Tarheelstate Teacher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe purchase of this resource gives the buyer permission to download and copy for single classroom use only. 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