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Spelling word search with r-controlled vowel words like fierce, rehearse, and earnest.
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Spelling Unit 5 Word Search

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This 20-word spelling word search for Grades 3–5 features words with r-controlled vowels and consistent spelling patterns. Hidden words include fierce, rehearse, earnest, and starch, reinforcing letter combinations like -ar, -er, -or, and -ir. Use it as a spelling-unit warm-up, a vocabulary review, or a phonics practice activity during word-study lessons.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Spelling
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated June 2026

Word List

  • FIERCE
  • SWORD
  • COURT
  • SNARL
  • THORN
  • EARTH
  • SKIRT
  • CHART
  • URGE
  • YARN
  • WHIRL
  • MOURN
  • REHEARSE
  • CURB
  • EARNEST
  • STARCH
  • PURSE
  • BIRCH
  • PIERCE
  • SCORN

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Print this word search for early finishers, vocabulary review, or classroom warm-ups. Click 'View Word Search' to change the grid size, swap words, or adjust difficulty before downloading.

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