Build Seven Letter Words One Letter at a Time
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Build Seven Letter Words One Letter at a Time" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13). A 6th grader who is already steady on academic vocabulary can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
7th grade vocabulary worksheet: build word staircases by adding one letter to each word, with clues from art to rate. Answer key included. Part of our word puzzles academic vocabulary collection.
How do I use this worksheet?
Use as early finisher work or a fun review. The answer keys show each completed puzzle.
What students will practice
- Students will add one letter to the word above, in any order.
- Students will match each word to its clue.
- Students will write one letter in each box.
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FAQ
How do I use this word puzzles worksheet?
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Use as early finisher work or a fun review. The answer keys show each completed puzzle.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Build word staircases by adding one letter to each word, with clues from art to rate. The directions on the page read: Solve each staircase from top to bottom, one letter per box. Every new word uses all the letters of the word above it plus one new letter, and the letters may change order. An answer key is included.
Can I use this word puzzles worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade academic vocabulary, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What kinds of puzzles are included?
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The set includes word ladders, a word wheel, a staircase puzzle, word searches, a sudoku, rhyming riddles and an odd word out sheet.
Which puzzles are word searches?
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Film Production Vocabulary Word Search, Dessert Words Unscramble Then Search and Sinister Synonyms Word Search each hide 12 words in a grid.
Do the word puzzles have answer keys?
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Yes. All 11 puzzles have an answer key.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Vocabulary |
| Topic | Academic Vocabulary |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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