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Differentiated Year 3 wordsearch focused on ‘que’ spelling words (unique, technique, antique, plaque). Three challenge levels. Ideal for SPaG or tricky spellings.
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Year 3 Wordsearch – Words Ending in ‘que’ (Differentiated Spelling and Vocabulary Activity) Support your pupils in mastering tricky spelling patterns with this Year 3 Differentiated Wordsearch focused on words ending in ‘que’. Featuring words such as unique, technique, antique, and plaque, this activity helps learners recognise and spell words of French or Latin origin that don't follow common phonetic rules. This resource is ideal for SPaG lessons, spelling interventions, early finishers, or homework, and helps children develop accuracy and confidence with irregular word endings through engaging wordsearch puzzles. What’s Included? Three differentiated levels to suit all learning needs: ⭐ 1-star: Words are placed horizontally and vertically in a forward-facing direction—ideal for early readers or those who need more support. ⭐⭐ 2-star: Forward-facing words with distractor letters to promote careful scanning and attention to spelling. ⭐⭐⭐ 3-star: Words appear backwards and diagonally—perfect for confident spellers looking for a challenge. Each worksheet also includes a follow-up writing activity, where children use each word in a sentence. This reinforces vocabulary understanding and supports sentence-level grammar. Why Teachers Love This Resource: ✔ Focuses on the ‘que’ spelling pattern from French/Latin origin words ✔ Differentiated to support mixed-ability classrooms ✔ Combines spelling practice, word recognition, and grammar in one ✔ Ready-to-use for SPaG, homework, or literacy warm-ups Curriculum Links: This activity supports the Year 3/4 statutory spelling objectives by helping pupils: Recognise irregular spelling patterns Spell words with origins outside typical English phonics rules Apply new vocabulary in context through sentence construction Whether you're teaching a spelling rule or exposing children to new vocabulary, this ‘que’ Wordsearch offers focused and flexible practice for building literacy confidence.
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