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Use ai at the beginning or middle of a word, like rain and paint. Use ay at the end, like play and stay. Students fill in the missing vowel team, circle the correct spelling and sort words into ai and ay. The rule works for most words, but there are a few exceptions. The exit ticket shows you who has it.
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AI and AY spelling poster in color and black and white
AI and AY word list in color and black and white
3 fill in the blank worksheets
3 circle the correct spelling worksheets with pictures
3 cut and paste word sorts
Exit ticket, 2 per page
Answer keys
How to Use
Start by teaching the rule with the poster. Hang it up as an anchor chart, or give each student a small copy for their folder. Then pick the worksheets that fit your group. They work for whole group, small groups, centers, reading intervention and homework. Just print and go.
FAQ
What grade is this for?
It's made for 1st grade. It also works for reading intervention, SPED, tutoring and homeschool, for any student who is learning this rule.
Do I need to prep anything?
No. Print the poster and the worksheets you want, then make copies.
Is it in color?
The poster comes in color and in black and white. The worksheets are black and white so they copy well.
Are answer keys included?
Yes. Every worksheet has an answer key.
How do I get my file?
You get a download link right after checkout. It's also in your confirmation email.
Can I share it with my team?
Each purchase is for one teacher. Please buy a copy for each teacher who will use it.
Can I get a refund?
All sales are final because this is a digital download. If something is wrong with your file, email me at shannon@thistiredteacher.com and I'll fix it.
Why I made these
I taught 3rd grade for 7 years. Now I homeschool my own kids and tutor children with reading difficulties and dyslexia. Spelling rules give kids a reason for the spelling instead of a guess. I made these so each rule is short, easy to see and easy to practice.