# Long Vowels Word Study

> Interactive word study app for teaching long vowel spelling patterns to children. (iPhone/iPad app by This Reading Mama, LLC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/long-vowels-word-study/id953806544 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [This Reading Mama, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1169090181)
- Category: Education, Games
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 50 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-01-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/long-vowels-word-study/id953806544/reviews.md

## What is Long Vowels Word Study?

Teaching kids to spell includes much more than a list of spelling words students should memorize and write on a spelling test each week. Effective spelling methods do not rely on rote memorization, but are developmentally appropriate and hands-on. Word Study is a widely research-based spelling approach whose purpose is to “examine words in order to reveal the logic and consistencies within [the] written language system and to help student achieve mastery in recognizing, spelling, and defining specific words” (Words Their Way, Bear, et. al, 2012).
 
Word Study is developmentally appropriate because it takes into consideration what the student understands or does not yet understand about spellings and word meanings to discover where spelling instruction should start. This is accomplished by looking at the student’s misspellings of certain word patterns (from simple words like man to more complex words such as multitude). It is hands-on in that it requires students to analyze, manipulate, and create meaningful and logical generalizations of how word spellings work.

Long Vowel Word Study app is similar to Short Vowel Word Study app (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/short-vowel-word-study/id919696645?ls=1&mt=8) and is based on the Word Study approach as described above and is for students in the Within Word Pattern spelling stage, according to Words Their Way.

Long Vowel Word Study reviews some short vowel patterns while teaching the spelling patterns related to long vowels, such as silent e, vowel digraphs (ai, oa, ea, etc.), and less common vowel patterns like ure or ie. Also included are other vowels patterns, 
such as these: r-influenced vowels, oi/oy, short oo, and au/aw. 

With EIGHT Learning Levels, Long Vowel Word Study teaches kids who are ready for:
* Silent e long vowel pattern 
* Vowel digraphs 
* R-influence vowel patterns
* Other/Ambiguous vowel patterns


Spelling Activities Included in Every Level:
SORT IT- Sorting words based on their common spelling patterns.
FIND IT- Analyzing words based on their patterns and finding the one that does not fit based on its phonics sound or visual pattern.
SPELL IT- Manipulating letter tiles to spell long vowel words.
WRITE IT- Spelling long vowel words by writing the word that is spoken.

Long Vowel Bonus Sections
* A parent section that explains the theory behind the spelling activities included in the app (plus other features)
* A “Word Fun” section, where kids can play spelling games after earning stars from their spelling activities

Kids Safe, No Adds or In-App purchases! please see our Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY
We take privacy very seriously:
Does not contain ads
Does not contain integration with social networks
Does not use analytics / data collection tools
Does not contain in-app purchases
Does contain web links for parents

To read more about teaching kids to spell through a developmental approach to spelling, visit This Reading Mama or purchase her book, Teaching Kids to Spell.
http://thisreadingmama.com
http://thisreadingmama.com/teaching-kids-to-spell/

## Key features

- Long vowel pattern instruction
- Word sorting activities
- Pattern analysis games
- Letter tile spelling
- Auditory spelling exercises
- Parent theory section
- Spelling games

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/long-vowels-word-study/id953806544/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Not fun

*2021-01-27, version 2.4*

I got this app because it is the words/sounds my son needs practice with, but the games really aren’t fun. They just go on and on with no end goal/reward. Also it did not recognize a lot of proper words I made in the word swap game. I don’t think I’ll even try to have my son play; it it will just frustrate him.

### 5/5 — Wonderful reinforcement!

*2019-05-03, version 2.4*

I love letting my children use this app to play on mommy’s phone. They gets a special time to play on my phone and I rest assured they are getting some phonics practice. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2019-04-29, version 2.4*

I love having a paperless option for my students to have meaningful practice with Phonics patterns! The students think they are getting to “play” but I know there is a purpose in what they are doing. I love ReadingMama materials!

### 1/5 — Bugs, bugs bug and they bug me!

*2018-09-05, version 2.4*

The words Congratulations and encouragement after they get something right keeps stacking up and never goes away. So it’s in front of the next problem. Please fix this as I paid $ for this app. I would like it to work properly.

### 3/5 — Looks great!!!

*2016-07-11*

I would give it more stars if I could unlock the play feature....have reloaded it but still there is a lock on the play feature.

### 3/5 — Mom

*2016-02-19, version 2.0*

This would be a great word study tool if the sound worked.

### 2/5 — What happened?

*2015-12-01, version 2.0*

My daughter played and enjoyed this app but lately it doesn't have the Play option (only Learn) and my daughter is frustrated and won't play anymore.

## Frequently asked questions about Long Vowels Word Study

### What is Long Vowels Word Study?

Long Vowels Word Study is an educational app designed to teach children spelling patterns related to long vowels. It utilizes a research-based Word Study approach, focusing on analyzing words rather than rote memorization.

### What age is Long Vowels Word Study for?

The app is rated for ages 4+ and is suitable for children in the Within Word Pattern spelling stage, according to the Words Their Way curriculum.

### What learning levels does Long Vowels Word Study offer?

The app features EIGHT learning levels that cover silent e patterns, vowel digraphs, r-influenced vowel patterns, and other ambiguous vowel patterns.

### What spelling activities are included in Long Vowels Word Study?

Activities include 'Sort It' for sorting words by pattern, 'Find It' for identifying words that don't fit a pattern, 'Spell It' using letter tiles, and 'Write It' for spelling spoken words.

### Does Long Vowels Word Study have ads?

No, Long Vowels Word Study is ad-free and does not contain advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted learning experience for children.

### How much does Long Vowels Word Study cost?

Long Vowels Word Study is a paid app, priced at $2.99. It does not include any in-app purchases.

### What devices support Long Vowels Word Study?

The app is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible on various Apple mobile platforms.

### When was Long Vowels Word Study last updated?

The app was last updated on June 16, 2018, to version 2.4. It was originally released on January 16, 2015.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.4 — 2018-06-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Corrected audio issues
Minor software modifications

### 2.1 — 2016-05-24

Minor bug fixes - because no software is perfect!
Audio issues corrected

### 2.0 — 2015-03-27

Corrected minor bugs and improved speed.

### 1.0 — 2015-01-15

No release notes.

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