Word Study: Heteronyms

*Note: If you have already purchased my Word Study and Mechanics Bundle, you will note that the Capitalization Set is already assigned the organizational letter of "H." When I added this set, organizationally I wanted it to be with the original Word Study sets and therefore have assigned it with the organizational letter of "H." However, if you have already purchased the bundle and would like to purchase the heteronyms set, please email me at themodernmontessoriguide@gmail.com and I will provide you with the version assigned with the letter "O" instead.

The direct aim of studying heteronyms, a form of homographs, is to help the child discover that one written word can represent different sounds and meanings depending on how it is pronounced and used within context.

The indirect aims include:

*Note: Pronunciation is written in the form of phonetic respelling.

Contents:

Pgs. 2-5: Presentation Suggestions Lesson Resources

Pg. 6: Possible Extensions

Pgs. 7-16: Heteronyms Sorts H1-H10

Pg. 17-18: Heteronyms Task Cards 1-8

Pgs. 19-22: Heteronyms Sorts Controls

Pg. 23: Terms of Use

Suggestions for Storage - Presentation Suggestions Pages: I recommend printing the presentation suggestions and extension ideas and housing them in plastic sleeves within a binder. Any additional resources (key experience cards, alphabet strip, etc.) can be placed inside the sleeve as well for easy access when it’s time to present.

Suggestions for Storage - Controls: I suggest printing these out and placing them in sleeves within a binder as well. As the students complete sorts, they can then easily reference the controls to check their work.

Suggestions for Storage - Sorts: I recommend printing these out on cardstock and laminating them if you are expecting extended use. Each card within a particular sort is color-coded and labeled in the bottom right-hand corner. Place all the cards within a particular sort (ex: H2) in an envelope, plastic container, or drawer system. Be sure to label whichever storage option you choose. This will allow the students to independently select their work.