Short Vowel Word Study

Short Vowel Word Study

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12 ratings
9 reviews
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$3.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 24, 2014
  • August 8, 2018

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This app teaches children spelling patterns for short vowel words using a research-based approach. It offers hands-on activities like sorting, finding, spelling, and writing words to reinforce learning. A parent section explains the methodology, and a bonus game section provides fun reinforcement.

Word sorting activities
Phonics pattern analysis
Interactive spelling games
Letter tile manipulation
Tracing and writing words
Parental theory explanation
Bonus word fun games
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What's New in Short Vowel Word Study

3.1

August 8, 2018

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Teaching spelling is more than memorizing of a list of unrelated words. It can be meaningful and developmentally appropriate, providing the phonics support that beginning and struggling readers need. Short Vowels 3.0 has been completely rewritten to provide a better developmental approach to effective spelling using the word study method. With Short Vowels 3.0, you can select the specific word family or short vowel patterns your learners will practice from the three sort menus. Learners can make meaningful generalizations about how spelling works as they sort the words, spell the words, write the words, and play word games with the words from the sorts. This gives learners multiple and meaningful exposure to each spelling pattern.

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User reviews

Would be a great app if it had sound

I purchased this app for my 4 yo but it has absolutely no sound, I purchased all three apps and now I want my money back.

Impressed!

I love this app because it focuses on the development of easy words. I also love that it doesn’t use any characters that are “popular”. It is engaging without being overly distracting. Thank you!

So close to great.

Overall I am pretty pleased with this game. However, it has no form of traditional gamification that will give the player a sense of progression. The only "reward" is an audio "Great job." It is most useful if you pick a particular thing you want someone to work on and then hand them the iPad. It would really only progress to a great app if you were able to instruct a child they have 30 minutes to play on the game and it would progressively get harder. The Number one complaint from my kid was that the games never end. All of that being said the games included are clever and fun. If you plan on sitting next to a child while they use this it should work great, but self guided play is unlikely.
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No sound!

There is no sound in this app

Needs a bug fix

Love this app! But on the sling shot game, the letter keeps getting stuck in the top right corner and then we can't exit the screen within the app. Please fix!!!

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FAQ

What is the learning approach used by Short Vowel Word Study?

Short Vowel Word Study is based on the research-backed Word Study approach, which focuses on examining words to reveal logic and consistencies in written language, rather than rote memorization.

What specific spelling skills does Short Vowel Word Study teach?

The app teaches word families, CVC short vowel words, and longer short vowel words with blends and digraphs (CCVC and CVCC).

What types of spelling activities are included in Short Vowel Word Study?

Activities include sorting words by pattern, finding words that don't fit, spelling words with letter tiles, and tracing/writing words.

Is Short Vowel Word Study suitable for all ages?

The app is designed for children aged 4+ and specifically targets students in the late Letter Name-Alphabetic Spellers to early Within Word Pattern Spellers stages.

Does Short Vowel Word Study have ads?

No, Short Vowel Word Study is ad-free and does not contain any advertisements.

What is the price of Short Vowel Word Study?

Short Vowel Word Study costs $3.99 and is a one-time purchase with no in-app purchases or subscriptions.

How often is Short Vowel Word Study updated?

The app was last updated on August 8, 2018, with version 3.1. Previous updates were released in 2017 and 2016.

What devices is Short Vowel Word Study available on?

Short Vowel Word Study is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.