Split the Word
Draw a line between the syllables. Write the type of each syllable under it.
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How to do it
- Draw a line between the syllables.
- Write the type of each syllable under it.
- Write how many syllables the word has.
Teaching tip
Each syllable has one vowel sound. Count the vowel sounds to know how many parts to find. This sheet is aligned with Common Core RF.3.3c.
About this worksheet
Two- and three-syllable words like fan-tas-tic to split and label with each syllable's type.
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.
3. Sort by Syllable TypeA word bank to sort into closed, open, silent e, vowel team, r-controlled and consonant-le.
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.