• Incorporate repeated readings of familiar passages or stories with previously taught spelling patterns to develop fluency and rate.
  
  
• Use a stamp and stamp pad to create words. Once the words are constructed, vocalize each phoneme, blending the sounds, then discuss the meaning of the word. A picture of the word might also be drawn.
  
  
• When teaching words with common spelling patterns, use word sorts to encourage students to sort according to the common patterns. Open sorts involve presenting the students with the list of words to be sorted in any way they choose. Closed sorts involve presenting the students with a list and instructions on how to sort them.
  
  
• Demonstrate the connection of phonics with spelling by using dictation and free writing activities.
  
  
• Include commercially prepared children's games that support sound/spelling relationships, such as Hangman, Scrabble, and Got-A-Minute in learning center areas.
  
  
• Making words. Begin by displaying and introducing a word to the students. Create a list of shorter words that can be constructed using letters from the larger word. Provide the students with individual letter tiles or cards. Prompt the students to construct 2-letter words. Pronounce the words and use each one in a sentence. Continue constructing smaller words, increasing the number of letters used. Prompt the students to look for patterns as the words are created. Review all the words that were created and encourage students to use the words in authentic writing activities.