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Resources​


The below links and downloads are resources that we have found to be valuable in word study, script handwriting practice, and professional development. We're constantly adding to the list as we learn and discover. 

Resources​


The below links and downloads are resources that we have found to be valuable in word study and professional development. We're constantly adding to the list as we learn and discover. 

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Etymonline

The best dictionary of the history of English words on the 'net. Unlock the history of our words.

Latin Dictionary

English-Latin, Latin-English dictionary. Find twin bases and study Latin roots.

Mini Matrix Maker

Make matrices here. Don't forget to capitalize bases. 

Word Searcher

Search for related words, suffixes, prefixes, letter patterns, etc.

Longman Dictionary

Includes pronunciation, possible word choices, a corpus, and more right on the dictionary.

IPA

International Phonetic Association site that allows you to type the phonetic symbols.

What is SWI?

Not sure where to start on your journey? Get a good explanation of Structured Word Inquiry here.

Resources for Further Learning

Non-syllabic <e>

It's the lynchpin of English spelling. What are its functions, and why is it silent?

Use this pdf for links to more information on EF, SWI, Growth Mindset, and more.

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