Analyze spelling patterns with short vowels, long vowels, and vowel pairs. Children learn that a single vowel sound may be represented in different ways. Word Sorting Kits provide a mind-stretching way to help children look for and remember patterns in the ways words are spelled. In so doing, they will develop spelling proficiency, word analysis skills, and much more. Carefully planned activities call for students to sort words into groups that share common patterns. They will then compare and contrast word elements, form concepts and generalizations about how words are spelled, then transfer their understanding to new words that share the same patterns. All sorting activities are developmentally sequenced and move from easier, more common spelling patterns, to more difficult ones. Sturdy Word Sorting Cards measure 3" by 1 1/2", and come packaged in a storage box with tabs to keep everything organized and easy to use. Cards can also be used with our custom pocket chart for demonstration. 262 Word Cards, 38 Label Cards.