PDF Word Ladders 1-2 Grade
PDF Word Ladders 1-2 Grade
PDF Word Ladders 1-2 Grade
Grades 12
by Timothy V. Rasinski
Kent State University
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To my own childrenMike, Emily, Mary, and Jenny Word Wizards in their own right. A father couldnt ask for better kids.
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Contents
Welcome to Word Ladders! . . .6 Farm Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Dinner's Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Inside Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Color Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Animal Enemies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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Frosty Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Warm and Cozy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Under the Stars . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Baby Animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Wildlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Raise Your Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 One More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Little Piggies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Winter Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Candlelight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Eyeglass Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Top to Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 End of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Finish Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Dressing Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Childhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Shopping Spree . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Surprise! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Stormy Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Under Construction . . . . . . . . . . .53 Car Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Climbing Limbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Express Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 City Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Let's Go Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Blastoff! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Feathered Friends . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Air Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 A Matter of Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Around the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Family Ties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Fun on a Bun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Opposites Attract . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Sweet Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Give a Dog a Bone . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Here to There . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Get Well Soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 In the Can . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 America's Pastime . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Hop to It! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 On the Playground . . . . . . . . . . .26 Fur Facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Ship Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Pail Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Fancy Footwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 In the Doghouse . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Counting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Personality Change . . . . . . . . . . .33
In the Attic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Ride Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Midday Meal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Different Tastes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 The Whole Story . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Utensils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Share a Sip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Tutti Fruity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Happy Birthday . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 New and Not-So-New . . . . . . . . .70 Growing Things . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Lesson Learned . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Simon Says . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 In the Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Home, Sweet Home . . . . . . . . . . .75 Quick Wit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Sky Scrapers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Cool Treat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 All Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Take a Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Woodsman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Bucket Brigade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Finders Keepers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Note This . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Gardening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Up We Go! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Daily Journey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
In the Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Deep Sea Divers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Snow Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 Good Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Getting There . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Seasoning Selection . . . . . . . . . . .93 Stars and Stripes . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Neigh-bors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Furry Friends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Toy Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Score! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Country Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Fun for Everyone . . . . . . . . . . . .101 On the Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Time Flies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 And the Winner Is . . . . . . . . . .105 Line Up! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Cross-Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Beautiful Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Good Scents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 On the Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Meadow Friends . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Gentle Breeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Big and Cuddly . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 All in a Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
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Open Wide! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Feelings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Perfect Pair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Fireworks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Friendship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 On the Move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
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Just Peachy! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 More Is Better . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 Time's Up! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 Yard Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145 In the Tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Brrrrr! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Time for Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . .149 A Clear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 Just for You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151 Long Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 Tasty Treat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 A Bundle of Surprises . . . . . . . . .154 Fried Snacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 Under the Big Top . . . . . . . . . . .156 Better and Better . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Boo! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 Up, Up and Away . . . . . . . . . . . .159 My Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 On the Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161 Coffee Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 Greener Pastures . . . . . . . . . . . .163 Medal Winners . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Sleepytime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 Make-Your-Own Word Ladders . . . . . . . . . . . . .166 Answer Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Pace Yourself . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Barbershop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Hungry! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Car Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Need a Lift? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Bookworm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 A Little Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 Heads or Tails? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 Peaks and Valleys . . . . . . . . . . . .129 Go, Go, Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130 Blooms on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . .131 Life Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132 Bread and Butter . . . . . . . . . . . .133 Wild Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134 Open-Air Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 In the Sky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Sailing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 School Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138 Toe-Tapping Tunes . . . . . . . . . . .139 Wonderful Words . . . . . . . . . . . .140 On Your Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
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projector to demonstrate how to fill in the word on each rung. As their skills develop, students can begin doing the Word Ladders independently. 4. At each new word, students will see two clues: the kinds of changes they need to make to the previous word ("change the first letter," "change the vowel," and so on), and a definition of or clue to the meaning of the word. Sometimes this clue will be a sentence in which the word is used in context but is left out for children to fill in. Move from word to word in this way, up the whole Word Ladder.
what a person can do or feel? Which do not?) Additionally, you can create your own Word Ladders using copies of the blank puzzles on pages 166168. Or you might invite students to make their own puzzles to exchange with classmates.
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Look for the Bonus Boxes with stars. These are particularly difficult words, or words with multiple meanings, that you may want to preteach. Or you can do these ladders as a group so that children will not get stuck on this rung.
List all the answers for the ladder (that is, the words for each rung) in random order on the board. Have students choose words from the list to complete the puzzle. Add your own clues to give students extra help as they work through each rung of a ladder. A recent event in your classroom or community could even inspire clues for words. If students are stuck on a particular rung, you might simply say the word aloud and see if students can spell it correctly by making appropriate changes in the previous word. Elaborate on the meanings of the words as students move their way up the ladder. Challenge students to come up with alternative definitions for the same words. Many words, like bat, pet, bill, and lot, have multiple meanings. Once students complete a ladder, add the words to a word wall. Encourage students to use the words in their speaking and writing.
That's the lesson in a nutshell! It should take no longer than ten minutes to do. Once you're done, you might extend the lessons by having students sort the words into various categories. This can help them deepen their understanding of word relationships. For instance, they could sort them into: Grammatical categories. (Which words are nouns? Verbs?) Word structure. (Which words have a long vowel and which don't? Which contain a consonant blend? Which begin with a vowel? Which end with a silent e) Word meaning. (Which words express
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a pan used for cooking Mom makes soup in a big ___. Change the first letter.
a small bed that can be folded and put away Change the last letter.
c o w
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farm animal with a snout and curly tail Change the last letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a color made by mixing red and white Add a letter to the end.
used to attach things to clothes Let me ___ your name tag to your shirt. Change the last letter.
to make a guess I ___ it will rain today. Change the last letter.
to pat gently I want to ___ the horse. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a baseball player wears this on his head Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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past tense of meet I ___ a new friend today! Change the last letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
"Dad gave me a dollar ___ for helping him. Take away the last letter, then add two.
to have taken a bite The dog ___ the man's leg. Change the last letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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part of the sound a clock makes Tick-___ Change the first letter.
a shelf in the oven Bake the pizza on the top ___. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a water spout She drank water from the ___. Change the vowel.
you can clean the floor with this Change the last letter.
a lid Put the ___ on the box. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
pork comes from this farm animal Change the last letter.
a piece of land Dad parked the car in the parking ___. Change the first letter.
to allow The teacher ___ me lead the song. Change the vowel.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
belonging to a boy That is ___ big book. Change the last letter.
the right size My new shoes ___ my feet well. Change the vowel.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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past tense of ring The bell ___ when the school day ended. Add a letter to the end.
past tense of run We ___ races at the park yesterday. Change the last letter.
a pest that looks like a large mouse Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
past tense of say Dad ___ it was time to go to bed. Change the last letter.
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a dog does this with its tail Change the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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enjoyment in doing something We have ___ dancing to the music. Take away the last two letters, then add one.
to hold as much as possible The pot is ___ of water. Change the vowel.
to drop to the ground I saw him ___ off the chair. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
the bottom part of a window frame I put my plant on the window ___. Change the first letter.
a soft fabric used to make clothes She wore a ___ wedding dress. Change the last letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a doctor puts this on a broken arm or leg Change the last letter.
this happens when two cars run into each other Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a bundle of hay or straw We fed the cows a ___ of hay. Change the third letter.
not covered The sidewalk feels hot to my ___ feet. Change the first letter.
to look after something I help take ___ of our fish. Change the third letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
[Art: show a pond scene with a frog and toad.]
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this looks like a frog with rough, bumpy skin Add a vowel after the first letter.
a tiny bit I want just a ___ of salt on my rice. Change the last letter.
this holds liquid Joe poured milk from the ___. Change the vowel.
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a slow, steady run Ann likes to ___ in the park. Take away the first two letters, then add one.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
this covers the ground at the beach Change the first letter.
the part of your body at the end of your arm Add a letter before the last letter.
used to have When I was a baby, I ___ a special blanket. Change the last letter.
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to strike something Bob ___ the nail with a hammer. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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the season when leaves drop off the trees Change the third letter.
small balls of ice that fall from the sky Change the last letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
past tense of sit He ___ in the chair. Change the last letter.
a sticky liquid that comes from trees Take away the second letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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light in color Joe's face turned ___ when he saw the snake. Change the first letter.
another word for story The teacher read a fairy ___ to us. Change the last letter.
when something can be bought, it is for ___ Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to put out for others to see Let me ___ you my picture. Add a letter to the beginning.
the way something is done I know ___ to ride a bike! Change the first letter.
a line of things We sat in the front ___ of chairs. Take away the last two letters, then add one.
to move from side to side I like to ___ the baby to sleep. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a block of candy Let's break this candy ___ in two. Change the last letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a group with a man and others like him Change the first letter.
tiny drops of water that form on grass at night Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another word for brave She took a ___ step toward the big dog. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
the way something is done I know ___ to play the game. Change the first letter.
at this moment The bus is here ___. Take away the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a metal thread used to connect things The ___ to my earphones is very long. Change the first vowel.
past tense of wear Todd ___ new shoes yesterday. Change the first letter.
not exciting, dull This movie is a real ___. Change the last letter.
your birthday falls on the day you were ___ Change the vowel.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
people in wheelchairs use this instead of stairs Add a letter to the end.
kept going The big truck ___ the red light. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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to place something She ___ the dish on the table. Change the vowel.
to have torn food with your teeth Pat ___ into the hot dog. Take away the last letter.
to use your teeth to break off food Change the first letter.
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a toy that you fly in the wind Take away one middle letter and the last letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
the right shape The pieces ___ together to make a puzzle. Change the first letter.
a tightly closed hand My heart is about the size of my ___. Add a letter before the last letter.
just a little Can I use a ___ of your paint? Change the last letter.
to offer a price for something I ___ one dollar for that book. Take away the third letter.
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an animal that has gills and scales Change the last letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a small bug that lives on animals I found a ___ on my dog today. Change the vowel.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
the joint at the top of your leg Change the last letter.
to keep out of sight My dog likes to ___ his bone in the ground. Change the third letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a musical sound Mom has a new ring ___ for her phone. Change the first vowel.
very heavy That elephant weighs over a ___! Take away the last letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to care for someone very much I ___ my baby brother. Change the third letter.
a plane does this when it flies toward the ground We watched the plane ___ at the airport. Change the first letter.
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you wear this to keep your hand warm Add a letter to the beginning.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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the part of a candle that makes light The candle ___ lit up the room. Add a letter after the first letter.
the money paid to ride a bus or train Change the first letter.
a rabbit-like animal I read The Tortoise and the ___ last night. Change the first vowel.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
you do this to have your school picture taken Everyone smile and ____ for the picture. Change the last letter.
to touch gently The coach gave me a ___ on the back. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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the highest shelf on the bookcase is the ___ shelf Change the vowel.
a light touch We like to ___ our feet to the music. Change the first letter.
Mom held the baby on her ___. Take away the first vowel.
to jump over I can ___ like a frog. Change the last letter.
to be first in a line Mr. Smith let me ___ the lunch line. Change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to put down It's time to ___ the baby in the crib. Change the first letter.
the path to follow to get to a place Can you tell me the ___ to the bank? Take away the last two letters, then add one.
a long, slippery animal that lives in the ground Change the last letter.
wo r k
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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not knowing where something is I ___ my pencil on the bus. Change the first letter.
having more than anyone else Sam has the ___ books. Change the vowel.
you might use this to knock on a door Take away the third letter.
f i r s t
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
short, quick breaths Our dog began to ___ as he chased the cat. Change the third letter.
a piece of something Ann gave me ___ of her cake. Change the first letter.
to run somewhere quickly The mouse made a ___ for the hole. Change the vowel.
another word for soil Take away the first two letters, then add one.
s h i r t
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a child Take away the last two letters, then add one.
to make a container full Please ___ my cup with milk. Change the last letter.
distance is measured in this unit The library is just a ___ down the street. Change the last letter.
another word for folder Save your work in a ___ on the computer. Change the first letter.
ch i l d
gentle This horse is very ___ with children. Take away the first two letters, then add one.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
made a hole in I ___ my pants when I fell down. Take away the first letter.
s t o r e
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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Our school bus weighs more than a ___. Add a letter to the beginning.
the shade of a color I used a dark ___ of blue to color the sky in my picture. Add a vowel to the end.
s k i n
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a person who really likes a sport My grandpa is a big football ___. Change the first letter.
r a i n
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to move at a fast speed Mia ___ around the bases. Take away the second vowel.
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Will you ___ some milk for me, please? Change the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another word for housekeeper Add a vowel before the last letter.
an emotion that rhymes with sad Switch the first and last letters.
a wall that blocks water We watched the beavers build a ___. Change the first letter.
ha mm e r
meat that comes from a pig I ate a ___ sandwich for lunch. Take away the last three letters.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
Tom ___ blue eyes and brown hair. Change the last letter.
very high heat The fire is ___. Change the first letter.
squirrels gather this food for the winter Change the first letter.
c a r
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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We ate green eggs and ___ yesterday. Take away the third letter.
a r m
55
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
two of a kind I have a new ___ of shoes. Take away the first two letters, then add one.
another word for a step Add a vowel before the last letter.
this twinkles in the night sky Take away the last two letters, then add one.
s t amp
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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you enter a house through this Add two letters to the end.
___ you know how to tie your shoe? Take away the last letter.
to finish a race first I hope I ___ the bicycle race tomorrow. Take away the last three letters.
w i n dow
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
The baker set the pie on the window ___ to cool. Take away the last two letters, then add two.
you go to a doctor when you feel this way Change the first letter.
d u ck
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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to dislike something a lot I ___ to swim in a cold pool. Add a vowel to the end.
the weather gets this way in the summer Change the first letter.
n ow
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to get rid of something My uncle wants to ___ ten pounds. Change the last letter.
opposite of found Take away the last two letters, then add two.
We ___ the doors when we get out of the car. Change the vowel.
My brother crossed his fingers for good ___. Change the first letter.
d u c k
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this bird has a long neck and it honks Change the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a certain one I want ___ marker to draw with. Add a letter to the beginning.
a big mouse-like animal I saw a ___ run across the street. Change the first letter.
Let's put a straw ___ on the scarecrow's head. Change the first letter.
belongs to a man We went for a ride in ___ new car. Take away the first letter.
to strike a target I ___ the target with the beanbag. Change the last letter.
t h i s
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
water that falls from the sky Add a vowel before the last letter.
Yesterday, I ___ around the track four times. Change the last letter.
an old piece of cloth She used an old ___ to wash the car. Change the vowel.
bu s
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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meal eaten in the middle of the day Change the first letter.
you can sit on this at the park Change the third letter.
to stretch to get something I can ___ the books on the top shelf. Take away the last letter, then add two.
a sandy area next to the sea We like to build sand castles at the ___. Change the first letter.
m e a l
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
you wear this on your head at a birthday party Change the vowel.
a pot of boiling water is very ___ Take away the third letter.
when you don't know where you are We got ___ in the woods. Change the last letter.
l o v e
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when you really dislike something, you ___ it Add a vowel to the end.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
We learn how to read ___ write at school. Change the last letter.
you might see this insect at a picnic Take away the first letter.
how a dog breathes when it gets hot Change the third letter.
a long time ago In the ___, people did not have phones. Change the third letter.
s t a r t
a role in a play Joe played the ___ of the king in our class play. Take away the first two letters, then add one.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a place where ships pick up and drop off loads Add a letter before the last letter.
a round mark on something That ladybug has one more ___ than the other one. Take away the last two letters, then add one.
a pan used for cooking Tess made a big ___ of soup. Take away the first letter.
s poo n
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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the whole thing I ate ___ the pizza by myself. Take away the first letter.
most classrooms in a school open to this We walked down the ___. Take away the last letter, then add two.
you wear this on your head to keep the sun out of your eyes Change the vowel.
a spicy food might taste this way The chili is very ___. Change the last letter.
a garden tool used to dig out weeds Take away the third letter.
s om e
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
opposite of war Take away the last letter, then add two.
a green fruit that is shaped like a light bulb Add a letter to the end.
this little round, green vegetable grows in a pod Rearrange the letters.
another word for monkey Take away the two letters before the last letter.
app l e
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a sweet fruit that has fuzzy skin Change the last letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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to pick up Please help me ___ these boxes off the floor. Add a letter before the last letter.
past tense of light She ___ the candle. Change the vowel.
to give permission Mr. Jones ___ us use his rake. Change the first letter.
past tense of send I ___ a letter to grandma yesterday. Take away the first three letters.
to put dishes out to get ready for a meal I helped mom ___ the table for dinner. Take away the third letter.
presen t
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to carry Kay asked me to ___ her books. Change the last letter.
you use a shovel to dig this in the ground Add a letter before the last letter.
a word used to ask something ___ much does that shirt cost? Change the first letter.
a tool used to dig weeds out of a garden Change the last letter.
n ew
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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where animals and crops are raised Add a letter to the end.
a long way away The prince lived in a land ___ away. Change the vowel.
this is made by folding paper back and forth I waved my paper ___ to help cool the air. Change the first letter.
r a n c h
to flow like a liquid My ice cream melted and ___ down the cone. Take away the last two letters.
71
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a wooden porch We sat outside on the ___. Take away the last letter, then add two.
you do this to see if your answer is correct Please ___ your answers on the answer key. Take away the first letter, then add two.
When the car hit the post, it left a ___ in the door. Change the first letter.
hen
72
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a kind of food container Mom bought a ___ of beans at the store. Change the last letter.
Her skin turned ___ after she sat in the sun. Change the first letter.
the lid of a toothpaste tube Please put the ___ back on the toothpaste. Change the vowel.
a dog is called this after it's born Take away the third letter.
this is used to put air in a bike tire Change the first letter.
j u mp
73
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a paper or plastic bag used at the grocery store Take away the last letter, then add two.
round and heavy Did you see the ___ pig in the barn? Take away the second letter.
We ___ in the front row at the movies. Change the first letter.
We ran over a nail and got a ___ tire. Take away the first vowel.
f l oa t
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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you use this to water flowers in the yard Change the first letter.
a small, furry animal that eats cheese Change the first letter.
hou s e
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a light shade of red Mom wore ___ lipstick today. Add a letter to the end.
a piece of jewelry that can be worn on your shirt Change the vowel.
entered a race for an office Miss Moore ___ for mayor of our town. Take away the second vowel.
bra i n
76
you need an umbrella when this falls Take away the first letter.
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you do this with your brain Take away the first letter, then add two.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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this is used to stick things together Take away the first letter, then add two.
this lights up the day Take away the two vowels, then add one.
g ree n
a short word for teenager Take away the first two letters, then add one.
77
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a group of people who play a sport Our ___ won the game by two points. Rearrange the letters.
i c e
78
these are used in games Toss the ___ and move your marker. Add a letter to the beginning.
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I love to eat ice ___ on a hot day. Take away the first letter, then add two.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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this falls during a thunder storm Add a vowel before the last letter.
Sue ___ faster than everyone else in the race. Change the last letter.
I caught a fish with my new ___ and reel. Take away the first two letters, then add one.
food does this when it goes bad The bananas turned brown and began to ___. Change the last letter.
c l ou d
79
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
balls of ice that fall during a storm Change the first letter.
very high I saw some ___ buildings in the city. Change the last letter.
tab l e
80
a lie or fib Jed told a ___ about how the glass broke. Take away the third letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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to look with your eyes I ___ a rainbow in the sky! Change the first letter.
t r e e
an insect that lives in a hive Take away the first two letters, then add one.
81
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to scoop water out I helped ___ water out of the leaking boat. Change the last letter.
food used to catch fish Add a vowel after the first letter.
I fell off my bike, ___ I wasn't hurt. Take away last two letters, then add one.
a tiny amount of food I would like a ___ of bread, please. Change the vowel.
another word for dollar Take away the last two letters.
bu c k e t
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Jack and Jill carried this up the hill Change the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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you use this unit to tell how much something weighs Add a vowel.
you can plant a flower in this Take away the third letter.
the pole that holds up a stop sign Change the first letter.
l o s t
83
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a sticky strip that holds things together I used ___ to hang my picture on the wall. Add a letter to the beginning.
a light touch with your fingers I like to ___ my fingers to the beat of the drum. Take away the last letter.
pape r
84
another word for gorilla Take away the first and last letter.
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this has ink in it and is used for writing Change the last letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a large basket on wheels We use a shopping ___ at the grocery store. Add a letter to the end.
a type of arrow that you throw at a target Change the first letter.
a long rod I can reach the top ___ on the climbing gym. Change the last letter.
you carry things in this I have a towel in my beach ___. Change the vowel.
d i g
85
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
this can be seen in the night sky Take away the last letter.
to put things on top of one another Take away the last letter, then add two.
s tone
86
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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to wish for something I ___ this gift is a book. Change the first letter.
a hammer or screwdriver Take away the first three letters, then add one.
also Do you want to play, ___? Take away the last letter.
s c hoo l
87
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to do better than others We ___ the other teams in the race. Add a letter to the beginning.
a special food or gift A candy apple is my favorite ___ on Halloween. Take away the first letter, then add two.
g ra t e
88
how fast your heart beats My heart ___ went up after I took a run. Take away the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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past tense of is I ___ late for school yesterday. Change the last letter.
this grows on the outside of a tree Take away the first two letters, then add one.
a counter I went to the snack ___ to get some popcorn. Take away the last letter.
s ha rk
89
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a word used to ask someone's age ___ old are you? Change the first letter.
ra i n
90
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white flakes that fall in the winter Change the second letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a running contest Jim was the fastest runner in the ___. Change the last letter.
to watch ___ at how far I can jump. Change the first letter.
the part of a door that opens with a key Change the third letter.
bo o k
91
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a truck that moves wrecked cars The ___ truck moved the car off the road. Change the first letter.
up
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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Please pass the ___ and pepper. Add a letter before the last letter.
an animal that your class takes care of is the class ___ Change the last letter.
pe ppe r
93
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
another word for extra May I have ___ milk, please? Change the first letter.
not exciting I hope the speaker doesn't ___ us. Change the first vowel.
a purse My sister carries a ___ that matches her dress. Take away the first two letters, then add one.
a long rod Hold onto the ___ when you go down the stairs. Change the last letter.
f l ag
94
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another name for a pony Add a letter before the third letter.
how much medicine someone takes Mom gave me a ___ of cold medicine. Change the third letter.
water runs through this and out the sprinkler Change the first letter.
finished Take away the first two letters, then add one.
p o n y
95
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a small, green vegetable that grows in a pod Change the first letter.
a hot drink made from leaves Take away the last letter.
a drop of water that comes from your eye Change the first letter.
the top part of your body Add a vowel after the first letter.
pink meat that comes from a pig Take away the last four letters.
past tense of has I ___ a good time at the party. Change the last letter.
hams t e r
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another word for except Everyone has had a turn, ___ me. Change the last letter.
a male cow Take away the last letter, then add two.
toy
97
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to be allowed to do something The teacher said we ___ go outside. Change the last letter.
a lid I can't find the ___ to the marker. Change the vowel.
to clean the floor with soap and water Take away the first two letters, then add one.
s h i p
98
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another word for jet Take away the first letter, then add two.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a place with many stores in it Take away the last letter, then add two.
a small rug Please wipe your feet on the door ___. Change the first letter.
a pan used for making soup Take away the last two letters, then add one.
a soft touch Dad gave me a ___ on the back. Change the vowel.
to trick You tried to ___ me with that magic act. Change the last letter.
foot
99
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
Mom took ____ of me when I was sick. Add a vowel to the end.
empty We painted the ___ room blue. Change the first letter.
people drive this on the road Take away the last letter.
farm
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a group of people We invited ___ to our play. Add a letter to the beginning.
a type of meat I ate a ___ and cheese sandwich. Change the last letter.
I went to the party, ___ my sister did not go. Change the last letter.
us
101
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
j ob
102
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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past tense of get I ___ wet on the water ride. Change the first letter.
when you walk, you take one ___ after another Change the vowel.
an animal or bug that bothers you A fly can be a such a ___ at mealtime. Rearrange the letters.
s top
103
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a pin used to hold things on a bulletin board Change the third letter.
The Three Little Pigs is a fairy ___. Change the third letter.
t i me
104
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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thoughts You've been on my ___ all day. Change the last letter.
Dad took a ___ of medicine for his back pain. Change the first letter.
completed We have ___ our work for the day. Change the third letter.
lose
105
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
not allow There is a ___ on chewing gum at our school. Change the first letter.
The plate of cookies is ___ Mr. Perez. Take away the last two letters, then add one.
another word for mother Take away the first two letters, then add one.
f ron t
106
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another word for monster My sister and I read Beauty and the ___ . Change the first letter.
eas t
107
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
good or great My teacher said my drawing is a ___ piece of art. Change the third letter.
the money paid for a train ticket Add a letter to the end.
a long way He threw the ball ___ away. Change the vowel.
We always have ___ playing this game. Change the first letter.
s un
108
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the sun does this during the day Take away the first letter, then add two.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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you smell with this part of your body Change the first letter.
to stand still to have your picture made Change the last letter.
to put up for others to see Let's ___ our sign on the door. Change the vowel.
the greatest Those were the ___ cookies I've ever eaten! Add a letter before the last letter.
this makes a ringing noise Take away the first two letters, then add one.
a guess I ___ it rains today. Take away the last two letters, then add one.
s me l l
109
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
this can hold water and fish Add a letter to the end.
I used a ___ to hang my picture on the board. Change the third letter.
able to do We ___ go to the park after school. Take away the last letter.
the sun can turn skin this color Change the first letter.
ice cream might be served in this Take away the first two letters, then add one.
a type of candy stick I bought a red and white candy ___ at the store. Change the first vowel.
p hon e
110
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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an animal that has a beard and eats grass Add a vowel before the last letter.
past tense of get I ___ and A on my test. Change the first letter.
you take one at a time when you walk Take away a vowel.
a very high slope We walked up a ___ hill. Change the second letter.
s hee p
111
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
near the bottom of something The water in the pool is ___. Take away the last two letters, then add one.
this is made of ribbon and put on gifts Change the first letter.
a long, straight mark Write your name on the ___. Change the first letter.
feeling well I was sick yesterday, but I feel ___ today. Change the last letter.
wi nd
112
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Time to ___ out the candles on the cake. Add a letter after the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another word for chop Dad ___ the apple into small chunks. Change the vowel.
you draw and paint in this class Take away the first two letters.
you push things around in this at the store Add a letter to the beginning.
bea r
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
tears fall from your eyes when you do this Take away the last two letters, then add one.
this sea animal has a top and bottom shell Change the first letter.
to stuff something full I saw him ___ the papers into his bag. Change the second letter.
swi m
114
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another word for shut Please come in and ___ the door. Add a letter to the beginning.
if you come in last, you ___ the race Change the last letter.
something that you can't find is ___ Change the first letter.
a pole used for holding a sign Add a letter before the last letter.
a place where pigs are kept Take away the first letter.
I like to visit the puppies at the ___ store. Change the last letter.
ope n
115
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to put something together I ___ a funny hat. Add a letter to the end.
g l ad
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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you have one big ___ on each foot Take away the third letter.
to pull something behind you Please help me ___ these leaves to the street. Change the last letter.
a sound Please leave a message after the ___. Add a letter to the beginning.
one
117
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
used to measure the distance a car goes Change the first vowel.
a place in a town for people to enjoy and play Take away the first letter.
a sign or line written on paper She used the pen to ___ on my paper. Change the first letter.
s pa r k
118
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a flat pot used for frying food Change the first letter.
this many toes are on your feet Change the first letter.
f r i e nd
119
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
you can do science experiments in this room Take away the third letter.
the same as Your hat looks ___ my hat. Change the first letter.
a large pond They had boat races on the ___. Change the first vowel.
bi ke
120
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a slit Put your quarter in the coin ___. Rearrange the letters.
animals that people own and take care of Rearrange the letters.
time that has gone by The Pilgrims lived in the ___. Change the first letter.
fa st
121
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
past tense of pay I got ___ for raking leaves. Change the first letter.
to remove something We've tried everything to get ___ of the mice. Change the vowel.
break into Mice ____ our kitchen every night. Add a vowel after the first letter.
head
122
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people get this cut off their head Change the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a place to wash dishes Take away the last letter, then add two.
used for sitting Take a ___ on the sofa. Add a letter to the beginning.
a group of things that belong together This paintbrush goes with my paint ___. Take away the second vowel.
ea t
123
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to lean to the side They had to ___ the chair to get it through the door. Change the last letter.
another word for until We won't start the game ___ you get here. Change the vowel.
to touch something Take away the first two letters, then add one.
whe e l
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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vehicle used for moving big things They used the pickup ___ to move the washer. Add a letter after the first letter.
a bird that quacks Take away the last letter, then add two.
to push in the ends of a bed cover My grandma likes to ___ me into bed at night. Change the first letter.
t ow
125
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
you wear a hat on this part of your body Change the first letter.
read
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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this makes the light that comes from a candle Add a vowel to the end.
to be the right size This shirt is a perfect ___. Change the first letter.
a flying mammal that lives in caves Take away the last letter.
a group of things Let's bake a ___ of cookies. Change the first letter.
you take a ___ to get clean Take away the next to last letter.
ma t c h
127
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to touch softly I gave him a ___ on the back. Change the last letter.
worn on each elbow and knee when roller blading Change the vowel.
to hit hard again and again I used a hammer to ___ the nail into the wood. Change the first letter.
round
128
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a penny is round and ___ Add a letter after the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a word used in a greeting ___ are you? Change the last letter.
to take a seat Take away the two letters before the last letter.
a long, deep breath that means a person is sad or tired Change the first letter.
h igh
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
Please ___ the alarm clock for six o'clock. Change the last letter.
soccer players try to kick the ball into this Change the first letter.
leaves and branches grow on this Take away the first and last letters.
what you do with your eyes Take away the first two letters, then add one.
s t ree t
130
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another word for street Add a vowel before the last letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a small wagon with two wheels and handles Add a letter before the last letter.
what a dogs tail does Take away the last two letters.
wa g o n
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
you use your nose to ___ Take away the first letter, then add two.
a short, sharp cry I heard a dog ___ last night. Change the first letter.
he l p
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a slice of bread that has been baked Change the first letter.
another word for brag Add a letter before the last letter.
another word for ship Add a vowel after the first letter.
past tense of has Take away the first two letters, then add one.
what you do when you sound out words Take away the first letter.
br ead
133
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a line of things We put all the chairs in a ___. Change the vowel.
not cooked Take away the last two letters, then add one.
not common We saw a ___ panda at the zoo. Add a letter to the beginning.
you hear with this body part Take away the first letter.
bea r
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a type of cart that can be pulled by a horse Add two letters to the end.
another word for cup Take away the last two letters, then add one.
more than any other We have the ___ points. Change the first letter.
water goes through this long, rubber tube Take away the third letter.
ho r s e
135
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
another word for except Take away the last two letters, then add one.
another word for shout Take away the last two letters.
this rings at the beginning and end of school Change the first letter.
y e l l ow
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the color of the sky Take away the first letter, then add two
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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the matching sock in a pair I found the ___ to my red striped sock! Add a vowel to the end.
to fix a meal Will you help me ___ lunch? Change the third letter.
to hit at something I used the newspaper to ___ the flies away. Take away the first vowel.
children might lie on this to take a nap Change the first letter.
you can feel your heart ___ in your chest Change the first letter.
s ea
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
opposite of black Change the vowel, then add a vowel to the end.
a word used to ask a question ___ time is it? Take away the first vowel.
a grain used to make bread and cereal Take away the first letter, then add two.
something you can see and touch is this Change the last letter.
read
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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past tense of win My brother's baseball team ___ the last game. Change the last letter.
t oe
139
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
the wire between a lamp and its plug Add a letter before the last letter.
very much I like pepperoni pizza a whole ___. Change the vowel.
l e t te r
140
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letters are put together to make this Change the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another word for speed She spoke at such a fast ___, I couldn't understand her. Add a vowel to the end.
a contest to see who runs the fastest Change the third letter.
you can wear a rain ____ to keep your head dry Change the vowel.
to tell on someone Please don't ___ on me about the broken chair. Change the first letter.
s hoe
141
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
every one ___ person can have one cookie. Take away the last letter, then add two.
another word for besides Everyone ___ Jim has put away their things. Change the last letter.
the sign you use in an addition problem Change the last letter.
this has many seats and takes people all around a city Take away the first two letters, then add one.
p l um
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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something that belongs to us That is ___ poster on the wall. Change the last letter.
go for Ill ___ your coat for you. Change the first letter.
another word for tiny Take away the first three letters, then add one.
t hree
143
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to challenge someone I ___ you to jump off the high dive! Change the first letter.
you have one on each side of your head Take away the last two letters.
ea r l y
144
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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you can throw and catch this Take away the last letter, then add two.
bu y
145
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
another word for girl ___ helped me clean up the spill. Take away the first letter, then add two.
a green fruit that looks like a lemon Change the last letter.
c l i mb
146
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we get wood from this Take away the first letter, then add two.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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past tense of sell He ___ the car last night. Add a letter before the last letter.
in a short time I will be back ___. Take away the second letter.
thread is wrapped around this Take away the first letter, then add two.
c oo l
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
something that belongs to me and you We put ___ plants in the sunlight. Take away the first letter.
how you move milk from the jug to a cup Please ___ my milk in this cup. Change the last letter.
some people do this if they dont get their own way Change the third letter.
n o r t h
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a place where ships dock Take away the last letter, then change the first letter.
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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a type of bread I like ___ bread better than white bread. Take away the first letter, then add two.
ham is this kind of food Add a vowel after the first letter.
you can wipe your feet on this small rug Change the first letter.
the string used to open and close blinds Change the last letter.
co rn
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
a group of students who learn together Take away the last letter, then add two.
another word for family Add a letter after the first letter.
one who really likes a person, sport, or music Im a big ___ of the Harry Potter books. Change the vowel.
some drinks come in this The man gave me a ___ of soda. Change the first letter.
to have the most points at the end of a game Take away the last three letters.
fish use this to help them swim Change the first letter.
w i n dow
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
8
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not me ___ can take the first turn. Take away the last letter.
a word used to give someone a choice Do you want milk ___ juice? Change the last letter.
something that belongs to all of us Add a letter between the first and last letters.
Put the lid ___ the box. Take away the first letter.
me
151
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
pine tree seeds grow inside this I found a pine ___ on our nature walk. Take away the first two letters, then add one.
to deal with Mom had to ___ with two crying kids at bedtime. Change the third letter.
phone
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you dial the phone to ___ a friend Change the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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you take medicine when you feel this way Change the first letter.
a silkworm spins its cocoon with this Change the third letter.
to touch with the tongue My dog likes to ___ my face. Change the vowel.
you use your eyes to ___ at a picture Change the first letter.
to heat food for a meal Take away the last two letters.
c o ok i e
153
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to lay something down Take away the last two letters, then add one.
people take this medicine with water Change the first letter.
g i r l
154
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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another word for inlet Many ships dock in the San Francisco ___. Change the vowel.
the bread that a hot dog is put in Take away the last two letters.
a long wooden seat found at the park Take away the first two letters, then add one.
F ren c h
155
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to let something fall Take away the first letter, then add two.
to die in water Take away the last letter, then add two.
me, you, and others The dentist gave all of ___ some toothpaste. Take away the first four letters.
c i rcu s
156
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a funny circus performer Take away the first two letters, then add two.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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an animal that a person feeds and takes care of Change the vowel.
a bug or animal that bothers you Add a letter before the last letter.
a short time Can we sit and rest a ___? Take away the last letter.
to tear something off with your teeth Take away the third and last letters.
be t t e r
157
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to shred cheese into small pieces Take away the first letter, then add two.
a shoestring Take away the first two letters, then add one.
t r i ck
158
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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to do your best I always ___ to write neatly. Take away the last two letters, then add one.
birds flap their wings to do this Take away the first two letters, then add two.
small wooden peg that holds a golf ball Change the first vowel.
I helped make a pumpkin ___ for Thanksgiving. Change the last letter.
a set of things needed to make something I got a magic ___ for my birthday. Take away the last letter.
k i t e
159
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
use a bat to ___ a ball Take away the last two letters, then add one.
I wear a watch on this arm and a chain on my ___ arm. Take away the first two letters.
this place Will you be ___ tonight? Take away the first two letters, then add a vowel to the end.
brot her
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
8
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the black, gooey stuff used to make roads Change the last letter.
mov i e
161
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
to become hot I'm waiting for this cold room to ___ up. Change the last letter.
cof fee
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
8
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the color of grass Take away the vowel, then add two vowels.
not cheerful The speaker looked ___ when he entered the room. Add a letter to the beginning.
a sea animal with a top and bottom shell Take away the last two letters, then add one.
a male sheep Take away the first two letters, then add one.
We are all in Mr. Rowe's ___ at school. Change the first letter.
g ra s s
163
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
s i l ve r
164
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yellow metal used in rings and necklaces Change the first letter.
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
8
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to rank or judge something How does our team ___ against other teams? Add a vowel to the end.
baby birds make this sound Take away the first two letters, then add one.
s l eep
165
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
166
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Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
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167
Name Read the clues, then write the words. Start at the bottom and climb to the top.
7
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Answer Key
Farm Fun, page 8
cow, cot, pot, pet, pit, pig
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Childhood, page 49
child, mild, mile, file, fill, kill, kid
Wildlife, page 38
bird, bid, bit, fit, fist, fish
Surprise!, page 51
skin, kin, in, on, ton, tone, bone
Candlelight, page 43
fire, hire, hare, fare, fame, flame
Blastoff!, page 59
now, not, hot, hat, hate, late, later
170
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Utensils, page 66
spoon, spot, pot, port, pork, fork
Woodsman, page 81
tree, bee, see, seep, seed, weed, wood
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Gardening, page 85
dig, big, bag, bar, car, cart, dart, dirt
Up We Go!, page 86
stone, store, stare, star, stack, tack, rack, rock
Transportation, page 98
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Score!, page 99
foot, fool, pool, pot, pat, mat, mall, ball
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