Different Patterns

Worksheet Description

This Writing Conventions worksheet provides a structured activity focused on identifying and organizing spelling patterns. It consists of a table with four columns, three labeled ‘Pattern’ and one labeled ‘Outliers’. Students are instructed to categorize their spelling words by writing each one in the column that corresponds to its spelling pattern. The worksheet does not specify particular patterns, allowing for flexibility in its use for various spelling lists and pattern recognition exercises.

The worksheet aims to teach students about the commonality and variability of spelling patterns in English words. It helps students to discern groups of words that follow specific spelling rules and to identify those that do not fit into these regular patterns, known as outliers. This exercise encourages analytical thinking about language and orthography, prompting students to actively engage with the similarities and differences in word construction. Understanding these patterns can greatly aid students in improving their spelling skills and in recognizing exceptions to the rules.