Making words is an excellent balanced literacy activity that challenges students to manipulate letters and find as many words as possible. It focuses on phonemic awareness and spelling patterns in a way that engages the students and encourages them to think critically.   This activity can be used in a small group, or as an independent activity or literacy center. This product includes 10 summer themed making word activities and possible answer lists.How to get TpT Credits for future purchases:When you provide feedback on TpT, you will earn one credit for every dollar spent. You can use the credits earned towards future TpT purchases.Be sure to follow my TpT store by clicking the green star under my name or click on the Follow Me button. Follow Me on FacebookFollow Me on InstagramFollow Me Making Words Activities, Spelling Patterns, Balanced Literacy, Independent Activities, Making Words, Name Activities, Open Board, Green Star, Phonics Reading