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Multisyllable Word List Resource Pack

Updated: 15 Jul 2025

Print and use a multisyllable word list to introduce your students to more complex words and syllable patterns.

Editable: Google Slides
Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 10 Pages
Grades: 3 - 5
Differentiated: Yes

Curriculum

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.3.3.C

Decode multisyllable words.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.4.3.A

Use combined knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology (e.g., roots and affixes) to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words in context and out of context.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.5.3.A

Use combined knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology (e.g., roots and affixes) to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words in context and out of context.

teaching resource

Multisyllable Word List Resource Pack

Updated: 15 Jul 2025

Print and use a multisyllable word list to introduce your students to more complex words and syllable patterns.

Editable: Google Slides
Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 10 Pages
Grades: 3 - 5
Differentiated: Yes

Print and use a multisyllable word list to introduce your students to more complex words and syllable patterns.

Build Stronger Readers With a Multisyllable Word List

Boost word recognition and spelling confidence with this printable multisyllable word list resource pack designed for elementary students! Perfect for small group instruction, literacy centers, or spelling practice, this teacher-created resource provides age-appropriate word selections that help students tackle longer, more complex words.

Use a multisyllable word list to support phonics instruction and scaffold decoding strategies as students encounter challenging vocabulary across the curriculum.

Printable Multisyllable Word Lists Resource Pack

This set of multisyllable word lists includes a variety of printable pages organized by syllable patterns and difficulty level. Each page features a large number of new and advanced words broken down by number of syllables to help students see common patterns in word structure. We have included the following word lists in this resource download:

Two-Syllable Word List
Three-Syllable Word List
Four-Syllable Word List
Five-Syllable Word List
Multisyllable Compound Word List
Open and Closed Multisyllable Word List
Silent E and Vowel Team Multisyllable Word List
R-Controlled and Final Stable Multisyllable Word List

Download Your Multi Syllable Word List Today!

Need to grab your multi syllable word list in a hurry? It’s easy with this download! This resource is available in both editable Slides and printable PDF format. To get your copy, click the dropdown arrow on the download button and select your preferred file type.

This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher in Michigan and Teach Starter Collaborator.

Resources to Pair With Your Multi Syllable Word Lists

Every elementary teacher needs a few go-to multi syllable word lists to support students as they grow into stronger readers. But don’t stop there! We have many printable word lists and reference tools for your students to use as their reading and writing skills improve. Make sure you check these out before you go!

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Curriculum

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.3.3.C

Decode multisyllable words.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.4.3.A

Use combined knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology (e.g., roots and affixes) to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words in context and out of context.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.5.3.A

Use combined knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology (e.g., roots and affixes) to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words in context and out of context.

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