3rd Grade Spelling Word Lists

Third grade spelling words can be challenging but they set the foundation for a more expanded academic vocabulary for transitioning from primary elementary grades (K-2) into intermediate elementary grades (3-5).

In third grade, students are expected to:

• Increase word usage and knowledge.
• Discuss books, articles, and short stories.
• Analyze and clarify language.

By the end of the year, third graders should demonstrate an understanding of text and word meaning, integrate knowledge and ideas, and read and comprehend literature.

Must know common third grade sight words and high frequency words seen on spelling lists, like LAUGH, LIGHT, MYSELF, NEVER, ONLY, and PICK. Our third grade spelling lists include Fry Instant Words list of the most common words used in English.

With VocabularySpellingCity, meet third grade English Language Arts standards all while integrating vocabulary instruction across content areas. Get the tools and third grade spelling activities to develop word study lessons with more complex vocabulary that will challenge students to excel.

Why It Works

We make implementing personalized and differentiated instruction easy.

Our research-based, classroom-tested learning program is proven to increase vocabulary retention scores by 43% and increase reading comprehension for ELL students by 46.5%. This game-based learning program provides the repeated spaced practice, multiple exposures, and multiple modalities needed to transfer words into long-term memory.

Import ready-made third grade words lists or create a list and assign engaging, interactive learning games and spelling activities.

Some of the features teachers love:

• Personalized practice & multiple word exposures
• Immediate feedback & self testing
• Access to word lists for every subject & grade level
• Word lists aligned to third grade curriculum & standards
• Review lists based on students’ progress
• Vocabulary practice in & outside the classroom

3rd Grade Spelling Words

In third grade, students should have command of 3rd grade sight word lists, be able to read and comprehend informational text with domain-specific vocabulary, and use context to determine the correct meaning of homonyms (multiple-meaning words).

Successful third grade vocabulary instruction involves direct instruction to expand word knowledge and comprehension as well as independent word study to motivate and enhance learning.

Our research-based program is modeled to help students develop deeper understanding of words through gameplay. Import pre-made third grade vocabulary and spelling lists, or create third grade spelling lists. Choose from third grade spelling lists, which include Dolch and Fry words, or third grade content-specific vocabulary word lists in the subjects of
3rd grade reading, 3rd grade math, 3rd grade science, and 3rd grade social studies. Access additional word lists to accompany reading programs and informational text. All lists can be synced with our spelling games for 3rd grade students to make learning fun and engaging.