Word Families

Word families are groups of words that share a common base or pattern, helping young readers recognize and decode words more easily. Words in the same family often have the same ending, which makes them rhyme and follow a similar spelling pattern. For example:

• The "-at" family includes "cat," "bat," "hat," and "mat."

• The "-ing" family includes "sing," "ring," "king," and "wing."

Learning word families helps children understand the relationships between words and improves their reading fluency and spelling skills. By mastering word families, children can quickly expand their vocabulary and become more confident readers.

Review these fun and interactive Word Family flashcards with your reader.