Free Morphology Game Y-to-I & Final E-Drop Suffix Rules

Description

A no-prep, printable morphology game to practice the Y rule (y → i) and the final E-drop rule when adding common suffixes. Includes a spinner, word cards, and quick directions—perfect for Orton-Gillingham, structured literacy, and small-group word study.

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Build confident spellers with this engaging morphology and spelling generalizations game focused on two essential rules:

1. Y-to-I Rule (change y to i before adding a suffix)
2. Final E-Drop Rule (drop the silent e before adding a vowel-initial suffix)

Students spin, find words that follow the suffix rules. The spinner + word card format makes practice fast, hands-on, and fun—ideal for centers, intervention, OG lessons, and homework review.

What’s Inside

• Game Spinner
• Printable Word Cards for both rules (mix of bases ending in y and silent e)
• Teacher Directions with quick rule reminders & differentiation tips

Low prep: Print, cut the cards, add a paperclip + pencil to spin, and you’re ready!

Skills & Standards Alignment

• Morphology & Word Study: base words, suffixes, spelling generalizations
• Phonics/Encoding: applying rules for y → i and drop final e
• Fluency & Accuracy: reading base + suffix, building automaticity
• Writing & Conventions: transferring spelling patterns to writing
• Great fit for: Orton-Gillingham, Structured Literacy, RTI/MTSS Tier 2–3

Differentiation Ideas

• Warm-up: Oral practice first (“Say the rule, then spell it”).
• Scaffold: Sort cards into Y-to-I vs Keep Y; Drop E vs Keep E before playing.
• Extend: Ask students to use the new word in a sentence or build a quick word sum (make + ing → making).
• Data Check: Use the recording sheet as a quick progress monitor or exit ticket.

Perfect For

• Small-group intervention
• Word study centers
• OG lessons / dyslexia tutoring
• Sub plans and early finishers
• Homework practice

Printing & Prep

• Print on cardstock, laminate for durability.
• Use a paperclip + pencil for the spinner.
• Store cards in a labeled baggie or photo box for grab-and-go review.

Why Teachers Love It

Short, purposeful reps = high engagement + fast skill gains

• Clear visuals and rules reinforce transfer to writing

Truly low prep—perfect for busy weeks

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