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-ly Spelling Wordsearch (Adding to Root Word)

A Year 3 wordsearch for -ly adverbs like quietly and finally. Includes 3 challenge levels and a sentence writing section. Ideal for KS2 grammar and spelling practice.

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Year 3 Differentiated Wordsearch – Suffix -ly (Added to Root Words) Support your Year 3 pupils in building spelling confidence with this differentiated wordsearch focused on the suffix -ly, added to root words to form adverbs. This activity helps children recognise how adding -ly changes adjectives into adverbs, while reinforcing spelling patterns such as adding directly to most root words. Differentiation: ⭐ 1-star: Words appear horizontally and vertically in the forward direction—ideal for early readers and spellers. ⭐⭐ 2-star: Also forward horizontal and vertical, but includes distractor words that look similar—great for developing accuracy. ⭐⭐⭐ 3-star: Includes backwards and diagonal words—designed for confident learners who enjoy a challenge. Words included: sadly completely quietly finally Each version includes a sentence writing task to help pupils consolidate the spelling and meaning of each adverb. Perfect for: Spelling and grammar reinforcement KS2 differentiated practice Homework or early finisher tasks Visual and EAL learners What’s included: 3 differentiated wordsearches (1-star to 3-star) Sentence writing section for each level Answer sheets for easy checking A fun and flexible way to reinforce the -ly suffix and boost vocabulary.Read more

Year 3 Differentiated Wordsearch – Suffix -ly (Added to Root Words) Support your Year 3 pupils in building spelling confidence with this differentiated wordsearch focused on the suffix -ly, added to root words to form adverbs. This activity helps children recognise how adding -ly changes adjectives into adverbs, while reinforcing spelling patterns such as adding directly to most root words. Differentiation: ⭐ 1-star: Words appear horizontally and vertically in the forward direction—ideal for early readers and spellers. ⭐⭐ 2-star: Also forward horizontal and vertical, but includes distractor words that look similar—great for developing accuracy. ⭐⭐⭐ 3-star: Includes backwards and diagonal words—designed for confident learners who enjoy a challenge. Words included: sadly completely quietly finally Each version includes a sentence writing task to help pupils consolidate the spelling and meaning of each adverb. Perfect for: Spelling and grammar reinforcement KS2 differentiated practice Homework or early finisher tasks Visual and EAL learners What’s included: 3 differentiated wordsearches (1-star to 3-star) Sentence writing section for each level Answer sheets for easy checking A fun and flexible way to reinforce the -ly suffix and boost vocabulary.

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