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Spell words with r vowel patterns

Free printable Grade 3 English worksheet for "Spell words with r vowel patterns" — practice variant, diphthong, and r vowel patterns (reading foundations). No-prep, print or assign online.

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This worksheet focuses on reinforcing students' understanding of r-controlled vowel patterns through targeted spelling practice. Teachers can use it to support reading foundations by helping Grade 3 learners recognize and spell words with variant, diphthong, and r vowel sounds. Ideal for small group instruction or independent practice, it strengthens phonics skills essential for fluent reading.

English & Reading
Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Grade 3
Worksheets
Ages 8–9
medium

Learning objectives

  • Identify and spell words containing r-controlled vowel patterns
  • Differentiate between variant, diphthong, and r vowel sounds in words
  • Apply knowledge of r vowel patterns to decode and write words accurately

Answer Key

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  2. Print at home or in class for Grade 3; it's no-prep, with no extra materials needed.
  3. Use the included answer key to mark it in seconds.

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