Sort by Syllable Type
Read each word in the box. Write it under its syllable type.
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How to do it
- Read a word from the box.
- Decide which syllable type it is.
- Write it in that group.
Teaching tip
Cross off each word in the box after you write it. This sheet is aligned with Common Core RF.3.3c.
About this worksheet
A word bank to sort into closed, open, silent e, vowel team, r-controlled and consonant-le.
What kids practice
Every syllable has one vowel sound, and there are six kinds of syllables: closed, open, silent e, vowel team, r-controlled and consonant-le. Knowing the type tells a reader what sound the vowel makes. Third graders use syllable types to break long words into parts they can read, like fan-tas-tic and tor-na-do.
Watch for
- Making every first syllable long. In lemon and camel, the first syllable is closed and short.
- Splitting off just the le in consonant-le words. The consonant goes with it, like ta-ble.
- Counting silent letters as their own syllable, like the e in cake.
It's free to print, with Fewer, Standard or More on the page and an answer key. See the full syllable types guide for 3rd grade.
More sheets in this set
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1. Six Syllable Types ChartClosed, open, silent e, vowel team, r-controlled and consonant-le, with a rule and example words for each. 
2. Open or Closed?Words like ro-bot and rab-bit. Split each word, then decide if the first syllable is open or closed.
4. Split the WordTwo- and three-syllable words like fan-tas-tic to split and label with each syllable's type.
5. Build the WordMixed-up syllable cards like "der spi" to put in order and write as a word.
6. Consonant-le WordsWords like ta-ble, can-dle and puz-zle to split before the consonant-le.
7. Color by Syllable TypeA hidden picture made of one-syllable words: closed, open, silent e, vowel team and bossy r. Includes an answer key.