Closed Syllable Exceptions Activities with Word Sorts & Puzzles

Description

These three phonics centers will make a great addition to your syllable activities. Young readers encounter words with closed syllable exceptions on a regular basis. Having an understanding of how these rule-breaking syllables work will help your students continue to grow as readers and writers.

What are the five most common closed syllable exceptions?

Here are the five “rule breaking” patterns found in this set.

• ind
• ild
• old
• olt
• ost

Why should you use these syllable activities in your classroom?

These closed syllable exceptions activities are engaging, versatile, and easy to implement. Here’s how they support student success:

• Clarity through Explicit Instruction – Students learn the rules of closed syllable exceptions.
• Hands-on Word Work – Keep the practice fun and memorable.
• Nonsense Words – Ensure that your students are able to apply their phonics skills.
• Differentiation – Choose the level that meets your students’ needs
• Targeted Decoding Practice – Reinforces vowel patterns and promotes fluency.

What’s included?

Drew’s Dilemma – Help Drew complete his homework by matching 20 words to their pictures.

Dottie vs. Dave – Divide the basketball players evenly by sorting 24 words as closed syllables or closed syllable exceptions.

Declan’s Drills – Make sure Declan gets all the practice he needs by sorting 24 words into real and nonsense words.

Also included:

• Recording Sheets
• Answer Keys
• Directions for each center (including a story for engagement)
• Suggestions for use with your whole class, a small group, or individual students
• Print-Friendly Versions

When your students finish these activities, they will have the word attack skills they need to confidently read and spell words with closed syllable exceptions.