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-ly Spelling Wordsearch (root words ending in le)

A Year 3 differentiated wordsearch for -ly suffix words from -le roots. Includes simply, gently, prickly, and terribly, plus sentence writing and 3 challenge levels.

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Year 3 Differentiated Wordsearch – Suffix -ly (Root Words Ending in -le ) Support your pupils in learning a key suffix rule with this fun and challenging differentiated wordsearch focused on the -ly suffix. This activity targets the spelling rule where the -le at the end of a root word changes to -ly when forming adverbs. Differentiation: ⭐ 1-star: Words appear horizontally and vertically, all forwards—ideal for younger or less confident spellers. ⭐⭐ 2-star: Same directions but includes distractor words, encouraging close attention. ⭐⭐⭐ 3-star: Words appear backwards and diagonally, perfect for learners needing a greater challenge. Target words: simply gently prickly terribly Each version includes a sentence writing section to help reinforce word meaning and usage in context. Perfect for: KS2 spelling and grammar lessons Homework or early finisher tasks Visual learners and EAL pupils Differentiated instruction What’s included: 3 differentiated wordsearches (1-star to 3-star) Sentence writing section on each level Full answer sheets for easy checking A great resource for reinforcing the -le to -ly spelling rule in an engaging, independent format.Read more

Year 3 Differentiated Wordsearch – Suffix -ly (Root Words Ending in -le ) Support your pupils in learning a key suffix rule with this fun and challenging differentiated wordsearch focused on the -ly suffix. This activity targets the spelling rule where the -le at the end of a root word changes to -ly when forming adverbs. Differentiation: ⭐ 1-star: Words appear horizontally and vertically, all forwards—ideal for younger or less confident spellers. ⭐⭐ 2-star: Same directions but includes distractor words, encouraging close attention. ⭐⭐⭐ 3-star: Words appear backwards and diagonally, perfect for learners needing a greater challenge. Target words: simply gently prickly terribly Each version includes a sentence writing section to help reinforce word meaning and usage in context. Perfect for: KS2 spelling and grammar lessons Homework or early finisher tasks Visual learners and EAL pupils Differentiated instruction What’s included: 3 differentiated wordsearches (1-star to 3-star) Sentence writing section on each level Full answer sheets for easy checking A great resource for reinforcing the -le to -ly spelling rule in an engaging, independent format.

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